Supreme Court Allows States to Use Revamped Voter Verification System
Source Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court has lifted restrictions on a federal voter database, allowing states to use a revamped voter verification system ahead of November's elections. The decision represents a temporary victory for President Donald Trump's campaign against non-citizen voting.
Why it matters
The ruling directly affects the mechanics of voter eligibility verification in the November elections and reflects the Supreme Court's position on a contested federal election administration issue.
