DOJ demands that California counties help identify noncitizen voters

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sent a letter to California counties, warning them to cooperate with the administration in identifying noncitizen voters on a list of registered voters. The letter, obtained by NBC News, states that failure to comply may result in potential legal action.

According to the letter, the DOJ is seeking information on the number of registered voters who are not eligible to vote in federal elections. This includes noncitizens, who are not allowed to vote in federal elections unless they are US citizens.

The letter specifically asks California counties to provide information on the number of registered voters who are not eligible to vote, as well as the number of voters who have been identified as noncitizens in the past. The counties are also being asked to provide information on the process used to verify the eligibility of registered voters.

The DOJ's request is part of a broader effort to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. The department has been working to identify and remove ineligible voters from the rolls, and this request is an important step in that process.

The letter also notes that the DOJ has the authority to take enforcement action if the counties fail to comply with the request. This could include filing lawsuits or seeking injunctive relief.

The request has sparked concerns among some election officials and advocacy groups, who argue that the DOJ's request is overly broad and could lead to the identification of eligible voters who are not US citizens.