Trump Administration Investigates California Voting Systems
Federal subpoenas target Los Angeles County election officials for records on screening non-citizens.
The Trump administration has initiated a criminal investigation into California's voter systems, prompted by the president's claims that anticipated Democratic gains in the midterm elections could be the result of a "rigged" process.
Subpoenas have been issued to local officials, including those in the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder’s office, demanding records that detail their methods for identifying and screening potential unlawful voting by non-citizens. According to The New York Times, these demands are centered on voter roll data for individuals suspected of lacking citizenship.
Election officials in Los Angeles County were reportedly informed that failure to comply with the subpoenas could lead to significant federal scrutiny. The Justice Department appears to be examining the procedures in place to ensure only eligible citizens cast ballots.