A federal judge has prevented several government agencies from implementing parts of an executive order issued by President Trump aimed at altering federal election procedures. In a detailed 118-page decision, U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly specifically blocked provisions requiring federal agencies and the Department of Defense to verify voter citizenship status.
The ruling halts the administration’s efforts to tighten voter eligibility verification through federal channels, maintaining the current processes in place for federal elections.
**Why this matters**
This decision preserves existing election protocols and prevents federal agencies from adopting new citizenship verification measures that could impact voter registration and participation. It also underscores the judiciary’s role in reviewing executive actions related to election administration.
Source: NewsData