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Illinois, Pennsylvania Reject Trump's Voter Data Requests

8/23/2025

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States Resist Data Requests

Illinois and Pennsylvania officials oppose the Trump administration's requests for sensitive voter data due to privacy concerns.
They argue the requests exceed federal authority over state elections.
The Department of Justice asserts the data is needed for federal election law compliance, but state officials prioritize voter information protections.

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States Resist Data Requests

Illinois and Pennsylvania officials oppose the Trump administration's requests for sensitive voter data due to privacy concerns.
They argue the requests exceed federal authority over state elections.
The Department of Justice asserts the data is needed for federal election law compliance, but state officials prioritize voter information protections.

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