Vice President Kamala Harris addressed concerns about election integrity and encouraged voters to cast their ballots in a press gaggle just two days before the election. She also shared her own experience voting, having submitted her mail-in ballot, and responded to questions about her stance on a controversial California ballot measure.
A Maricopa County court ruled that the county must provide America First Legal (AFL) with a list of noncitizens registered to vote. This decision comes after AFL filed a lawsuit in August, arguing that Arizona’s public records law requires the release of this information. The court rejected arguments from the Arizona Secretary of State and a political science professor who claimed releasing the list could lead to violence.
A conservative group has filed a lawsuit in Minnesota seeking records related to voter roll maintenance, mirroring a similar case in Virginia. The lawsuit highlights concerns about potential noncitizen registration through the state’s DMV, drawing parallels to the ongoing debate over voter integrity. The case underscores the national scrutiny over voter registration processes and the role of the Justice Department in overseeing election integrity.
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) is introducing a bill that would criminalize illegal immigrants voting in U.S. elections, aligning penalties with those for U.S. citizens who vote unlawfully. Gaetz argues that the current law has a loophole and his legislation would close it, creating parity in punishment for voter fraud regardless of immigration status. This comes amidst legal battles over voter rolls and citizenship verification in Virginia, where a federal judge ordered the reinstatement of 1,600 voters with questionable citizenship status.
Former President Donald Trump has issued a warning about the integrity of the 2024 Presidential Election, claiming that he and his legal team will be closely monitoring the process. He has also repeated his unfounded claims of widespread fraud in the 2020 election, threatening legal action against anyone he believes interfered with the vote. Vice President Kamala Harris has stated that the Biden campaign is prepared to respond if Trump prematurely declares victory, highlighting concerns over his past attempts to overturn election results.
Election officials in Arizona and Pennsylvania have warned that foreign actors are attempting to sow distrust in U.S. democracy by spreading misinformation about non-citizens voting in the 2024 presidential election. They urge Americans to rely on credible sources and reject false narratives aimed at undermining the integrity of the electoral process.
Hoover Institution fellow Victor Davis Hanson outlines 10 stark changes in America under President Biden, arguing that the country has lost its deterrence and is unrecognizable from just a decade ago. These changes, ranging from the rise of transgender issues in sports to the increasing influence of social media on elections, paint a picture of a nation deeply divided and at a crossroads.
Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is investigating approximately 2,500 voter registration forms flagged for potential fraud. County election officials discovered discrepancies including false names, duplicative handwriting, and unverifiable information. Both the District Attorney’s office and the Board of Elections are working to review and vet the applications, ensuring the integrity of the upcoming election.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, accusing them of blocking access to federal records necessary to remove non-citizens from Ohio’s voter rolls. LaRose alleges that the Department of Homeland Security has repeatedly denied requests for information, hindering the state’s efforts to ensure election integrity. The lawsuit comes amid a broader debate about election security and the role of non-citizens in voting.
A new survey by Regula, a global leader in identity verification, reveals escalating concerns about the impact of deepfakes on public trust and the integrity of elections. The survey highlights the widespread worry that hyper-realistic AI-generated content could manipulate public opinion, spread misinformation, and even influence voting behavior. The study also explores regional variations in concern, with Mexico expressing the highest apprehension about media vulnerability to deepfake manipulation.
