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Trump's ID Requirement Sparks Voter Disenfranchisement Fears

6/4/2025

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State election officials are raising alarms over President Trump's proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration, fearing it could sow chaos and disenfranchise many. With countless individuals lacking the necessary IDs, already strained offices may struggle to cope. The ongoing delays in the REAL ID rollout further complicate matters, intensifying worries about the protection of voters' rights.

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State election officials are raising alarms over President Trump's proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration, fearing it could sow chaos and disenfranchise many. With countless individuals lacking the necessary IDs, already strained offices may struggle to cope. The ongoing delays in the REAL ID rollout further complicate matters, intensifying worries about the protection of voters' rights.