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Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
By Stephanie Weaver at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , where voter registration drives are a staple of community outreach, this ruling has significant implications for local election officials. The decision to block the federal database means that Hennepin County election administrators will need to rely on alternative methods to verify voter eligibility, potentially adding complexity to the registration process. This could impact the work of local organizations that conduct voter registration drives, particularly in communities with high numbers of immigrant residents. As the city moves forward with its own voter engagement initiatives, it will be crucial to monitor how this ruling affects the implementation of these efforts and whether alternative verification methods are effective in maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. The ruling may also prompt state and local officials to reexamine their voter registration protocols to ensure compliance with federal law.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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