ICYMI: Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Attack on California Ballots!

Hi friend,

A federal judge has delivered an important victory for voting rights! U.S. District Judge David Carter rejected the Trump Justice Department's emergency attempt to stop California from processing thousands of mail-in ballots. The administration had demanded that election officials set aside ballots associated with approximately 20,000 registered voters it claimed were likely noncitizens, despite serious concerns about the accuracy of its voter list.

Judge Carter refused to allow unproven allegations to disrupt California's elections just days before the midterms. Warning that setting aside ballots could cause lasting harm to eligible voters, he rejected the administration's request and allowed election officials to continue processing ballots under established procedures. His ruling represents an important step toward protecting voters from disenfranchisement and defending states' authority to administer elections.

Add your name to applaud Judge Carter for rejecting Trump's attempt to disrupt California's ballot counting, protecting eligible voters, and defending the integrity of our elections!

Thank you for standing with us!

In solidarity,

Emily from The Smile

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