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Judge Blocks Trump's Citizenship Request in Voter Registration

2/3/2026

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U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly in Sacramento blocked federal agencies from requesting citizenship status on voter registration forms, challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on elections.
The ruling says the Constitution prevents the President from unilaterally changing federal election procedures.
It also prohibits proof-of-citizenship requirements for public assistance enrollees and military personnel.
Voting rights advocates praised the decision, while the White House said ensuring only citizens vote is essential.

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U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly in Sacramento blocked federal agencies from requesting citizenship status on voter registration forms, challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order on elections.
The ruling says the Constitution prevents the President from unilaterally changing federal election procedures.
It also prohibits proof-of-citizenship requirements for public assistance enrollees and military personnel.
Voting rights advocates praised the decision, while the White House said ensuring only citizens vote is essential.