A federal judge is set to hear arguments from national Democrats and voting rights organizations contesting President Trump's executive order aimed at altering federal election processes. The order mandates proof of citizenship to register and suggests strict measures for mail ballots. Plaintiffs, including the Democratic National Committee, argue that the executive order unlawfully expands presidential powers, infringing upon states' rights as outlined in the Constitution. They seek an injunction to delay the implementation of these changes until the court resolves whether they are constitutional, especially concerning the authority of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission.
The Democratic National Committee, along with various voting rights groups, is challenging President Trump's executive order on elections, claiming it is unconstitutional and exceeds his authority.
The order requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and demands states comply with new election processes, threatening funding cuts for non-compliance.
Plaintiffs argue the executive order violates the Constitution by infringing upon states' rights to manage elections and falsely asserts presidential power over an independent agency.
U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly will review the plaintiffs' request for a preliminary injunction to block Trump's changes to federal election protocols.
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