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DOJ's Voter Info Request Sparks State Pushback

8/23/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice requested sensitive voter information from Nevada and Pennsylvania to evaluate compliance with federal election laws.
Nevada's Secretary of State deemed the request unprecedented and potentially intimidating; Pennsylvania's Secretary rejected it based on state law.
Both states highlight the absence of evidence for widespread voter fraud claims.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Justice requested sensitive voter information from Nevada and Pennsylvania to evaluate compliance with federal election laws.
Nevada's Secretary of State deemed the request unprecedented and potentially intimidating; Pennsylvania's Secretary rejected it based on state law.
Both states highlight the absence of evidence for widespread voter fraud claims.