The Trump administration has requested that Washington state set aside ballots from over 400 individuals suspected of voting without U.S. citizenship. This follows a similar demand made in California, as the administration seeks to challenge election integrity in key midterm races that could influence congressional control.
The Justice Department claims to have identified 1,500 votes cast by these individuals in previous elections. Washington officials are reviewing the request, which has raised concerns about its timing and potential impact on voter confidence just ahead of the elections.