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DOJ demands that California counties help identify noncitizen voters

The Department of Justice is warning local election officials in California to cooperate with the administration to identify noncitizens on a list of registered voters or face potential legal action, according to a letter obtained by NBC News.

Sources (1)· Oct 24, 5:13 AM

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