The Santa Ana City Council's proposal to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections reflects a growing trend in American cities to expand voting rights.
With a population of over 308,000, Santa Ana includes significant numbers of noncitizen residents who could potentially influence local elections through voting.
The U.S. Constitution permits local jurisdictions to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, creating a legal landscape that blurs the lines between citizens and noncitizen voters.
This movement is not isolated to California; cities like New York are also considering measures that would allow noncitizen voting in local spheres.
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