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politics22 days ago•7 min saved

Trump Leverages Non-Citizen Nicki Minaj to Court Young Voters in Midterm Push

President Donald Trump has enlisted rapper Nicki Minaj to urge young Americans to support the Republican Party in the November 3, 2026, midterm elections, despite Minaj’s lack of U.S. citizenship. The 43-year-old artist, who previously criticized the president, now identifies as his 'number one fan' and has appeared on Fox News to promote GOP candidates. Although Minaj is finalizing her citizenship paperwork, she is currently ineligible to vote. This strategic move aims to counter Trump’s declining approval ratings, which have fallen to 37%, the lowest for a president entering midterms since 1990.

via The Daily Beast|

#2026-midterms #donald-trump #fox-news

politics25 days ago•3 min saved

Judge Orders DOJ to Disclose If Federal Voter Lists Launch Before Midterms

In a critical hearing on September 25, 2026, U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis ordered the Department of Justice to notify her if the Trump administration launches its federal voter eligibility portal before the November 3 midterms. The administration had previously pledged not to release the 'Confirmed Citizen Lists' within 60 days of the election but refused to confirm this commitment in court. The lists, derived from Social Security and State Department data, are challenged by the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) as a violation of state election powers and federal privacy laws. While the Supreme Court recently upheld changes to the SAVE database, the judge remains skeptical of the administration's claims that no data has been shared for the new lists. Both sides must file briefs by October 2 to clarify the legal implications of these overlapping federal databases.

via Democracy Docket|

#doj #epic #midterm-elections

politics1 month ago•47 min saved

Supreme Court weighs emergency bid to unlock Social Security data for voter verification

The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to pause a federal judge’s order blocking the use of Social Security data to verify voter citizenship. The move seeks to restore access to the expanded SAVE database before the 2026 midterms, despite privacy concerns raised by civil rights groups.

via The Washington Post|

#midterm-elections #politics #privacy-laws

politics1 month ago

National Desk Poll Tests Support for Federal Citizenship Checks on Mail Ballots

The National News Desk launched a poll on September 7, 2026, asking readers if the federal government should mandate citizenship proof before sending mail-in ballots. This follows recent legal battles in Michigan over similar state-level measures and Supreme Court disputes regarding voter roll purges.

via The National Desk|

#citizenship-verification #election-integrity #federal-policy

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

How Trump Votes in Florida Despite Felony Conviction

Former President Trump was able to vote in Florida despite his 34 felony convictions in New York because Florida law only disqualifies voters if their felony conviction would also make them ineligible in the state where they were convicted. In New York, voting rights are restored upon release from incarceration, and Trump has not yet been sentenced. Florida permanently revokes voting rights only for those convicted of murder or sexual abuse.

via The Hill|

#2024-presidential-election #donald-trump #felony-conviction

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Georgia Legislature Enacts Voting Changes Affecting 2024 Election"

Georgia lawmakers have passed new election laws, including rules to challenge voter eligibility, expanding access for independent candidates, and restricting who can serve as election workers. These changes come amid concerns about the impact of conspiracy theories and false claims of election fraud, with Democrats arguing that the new rules could embolden individuals driven by conspiracy theories. The impact of these changes on voter confidence and the upcoming elections remains to be seen.

via PBS NewsHour|

#election-fraud #election-laws #georgia

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Georgia Lawmakers Pass Election Rules with Potential Impact on 2024 Presidential Race"

Georgia lawmakers have passed new election rules, including changes to voter eligibility challenges and ballot access for presidential candidates, which could impact the 2024 presidential race in the battleground state. The bill, SB 189, also requires absentee ballot results to be reported promptly, restricts the use of QR codes for ballot counting, and introduces other election security measures. Republicans support the bill, citing increased confidence in elections, while Democrats criticize it as enabling baseless attacks on voters and undermining confidence in the election system.

via NPR|

#2024-presidential-race #election-rules #georgia

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Georgia Legislature Approves Election Rules Impacting 2024 Presidential Contest"

Georgia lawmakers have approved new election rules that could impact the 2024 presidential race, including changes to voter eligibility challenges and ballot access. The bill, which awaits the governor's signature, would grant access to the state's ballot to political parties that have qualified in at least 20 states, potentially benefiting independent candidates. Democrats criticize the bill, arguing that it could lead to baseless attacks on voters and disenfranchisement, while Republicans defend it as a means to increase confidence in elections. The bill also includes provisions for absentee ballot reporting, paper ballot usage, and the elimination of QR codes for ballot counting.

via The Associated Press|

#ballot-access #election-rules #georgia

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Georgia GOP Official Fined for Illegally Voting 9 Times, Judge Rules"

Brian Pritchard, a Georgia Republican party official, has been fined $5,000 and reprimanded for illegally voting nine times while on probation for a 1996 felony conviction. The case highlights the confusion around voting rights for people with felony convictions, with many facing harsh punishments for errors about their eligibility to vote. This comes amid ongoing debates and legal battles over voting rights and voter eligibility in various states across the US.

via The Guardian US|

#felony-convictions #georgia #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"DeSantis' Wife Sparks Controversy with Iowa Caucus Invitation"

Casey DeSantis, the wife of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, faced criticism for encouraging out-of-state supporters to participate in the Iowa caucuses, despite caucus rules stating that only residents can vote. The Republican Party of Iowa clarified that nonresidents are barred from caucusing and must be legal residents of Iowa to participate. Former President Donald Trump's campaign accused the DeSantis campaign of spreading misinformation and attempting to rig the caucuses. Casey DeSantis later attempted to clarify her remarks, stating that while voting is limited to registered voters in Iowa, there is a way for others to participate. The Trump campaign called on Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds to clarify caucus eligibility rules and disavow the tactics promoted by DeSantis.

via The New York Times|

#casey-desantis #donald-trump #iowa-caucuses