All articles tagged with #voter suppression
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a sweeping anti-voting law, Ohio Senate Bill 293, despite opposition, under pressure from partisan and legal threats, which imposes new restrictions on mail-in voting, voter registration, and ballot processing, potentially disenfranchising many voters and undermining election integrity.
California will send its own observers to monitor federal election watchers deployed by the Justice Department in response to concerns about election interference and voter suppression, especially amid ongoing redistricting battles and political tensions.
Texas Democrats are protesting against new redistricting maps they claim are designed to diminish their political influence, favoring Republicans and potentially skewing the 2026 midterm elections, leading to concerns over voter suppression and silenced voices.
The article discusses recent threats to democracy, including efforts to restrict voting rights through voter roll purges and gerrymandering, as well as political violence and extremism, highlighting concerns about the rollback of democratic protections and the influence of partisan interests.
President Trump has reversed his previous stance on mail-in voting, now calling for its ban and drafting an executive order, which has led to mixed reactions within the Republican Party and concerns about voter suppression and election integrity. Meanwhile, legal challenges and redistricting efforts continue in Utah, and a lawsuit involving skateboarder Tyshawn Jones highlights issues of branding and athlete endorsements.
The White House defends Trump's efforts to restrict mail-in ballots as a measure to improve election security, but critics fear the timing and discussions with Putin suggest an attempt to undermine trust in the electoral process and suppress certain voters, raising concerns among election officials and lawmakers.
The Brennan Center reports that the Trump administration and its allies are implementing a comprehensive plan to undermine and rig future elections through executive orders, legislation like the SAVE Act, and other tactics aimed at disenfranchising voters, controlling election officials, and consolidating power, all while bypassing constitutional and legal boundaries.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering overturning a voter-approved independent redistricting commission to redraw congressional boundaries, citing political motives related to national partisan battles, which reflects a broader pattern of lawmakers undermining voter-approved measures and challenging democratic processes across the U.S.
Pennsylvania officials have reported that activists are filing 'bad-faith' challenges to ballots, which they claim are attempts to disrupt the electoral process. These challenges are seen as part of broader efforts to influence election outcomes and potentially suppress voter participation.
Political consultant Steven Kramer, who used AI-generated robocalls mimicking President Biden's voice to mislead voters before New Hampshire's primary, has posted bail on six of 26 charges related to voter suppression and impersonation. Kramer faces significant fines and potential prison time, while the FCC has proposed new rules to increase transparency in political communications involving AI.
Despite the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granting U.S. citizenship to Native Americans, many still face significant barriers to voting, particularly in remote areas. New Mexico's recent Native American Voting Rights Act aims to improve access by allowing tribal offices to serve as addresses and providing on-reservation voting sites. However, challenges persist, including tensions with county election administrators and new voter ID laws. Advocates continue to push for equal voting rights and participation among Native American communities.
Voter outreach groups in several GOP-led states, including Florida, Kansas, Missouri, and Texas, are struggling to operate under new laws that impose strict penalties and restrictions on voter registration activities. These laws have forced many groups to reduce or cease operations, impacting their ability to engage with and register voters, particularly in minority communities. Legal challenges are ongoing, but the restrictions have already had significant effects on voter outreach efforts.
Democratic operative Steve Kramer has been indicted on charges of felony voter suppression and misdemeanor impersonation of a candidate for commissioning AI-generated robocalls of President Biden that instructed New Hampshire voters not to vote early. He faces 26 counts across four counties.
Democratic consultant Steve Kramer has been indicted on multiple counts for orchestrating robocalls using AI to impersonate President Biden, urging Democrats not to vote in New Hampshire's primary. Kramer faces charges of impersonating a candidate and voter suppression, and has also been fined $6 million by the FCC.
The Trump campaign and the Republican National Committee plan to deploy 100,000 volunteers and attorneys to battleground states to monitor various aspects of the election process, aiming to "protect the vote and ensure a big win" in November. While poll watching is a normal part of elections, experts warn that unruly operations could be problematic and potentially intimidate voters. Critics express concerns about voter suppression and the potential impact on election administration, while the RNC's plans have raised questions about the feasibility and impact of such a large-scale operation.