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DOJ Demands Voter Data, Sparks Fears of Overreach

7/17/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice is pushing for voter roll data from Rhode Island and other states as the 2026 midterms approach, igniting fears of federal overreach. Secretary of State Gregg Amore stands firm against compliance, emphasizing the importance of state control over elections. This nationwide trend raises alarms about possible election interference.

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The U.S. Department of Justice is pushing for voter roll data from Rhode Island and other states as the 2026 midterms approach, igniting fears of federal overreach. Secretary of State Gregg Amore stands firm against compliance, emphasizing the importance of state control over elections. This nationwide trend raises alarms about possible election interference.