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Justice Department Sues States Over Voter Registration Data

12/3/2025

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The Justice Department sued six states—Delaware, Maryland, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington—for failing to provide statewide voter registration lists.
The action has raised concerns among Democratic officials about data privacy and potential misuse.
The department has now sued at least 14 states and requested voter data from 26 states.
Critics, including Rhode Island's Attorney General, say the Justice Department is weaponized for political ends under U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Story summary

The Justice Department sued six states—Delaware, Maryland, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington—for failing to provide statewide voter registration lists.
The action has raised concerns among Democratic officials about data privacy and potential misuse.
The department has now sued at least 14 states and requested voter data from 26 states.
Critics, including Rhode Island's Attorney General, say the Justice Department is weaponized for political ends under U.S. President Donald Trump.