The Supreme Court has ruled against the Trump administration in its effort to force California election officials to segregate ballots from individuals identified as non-citizens by the Justice Department. The ruling comes after lower courts supported California's stance against federal interference in state elections. The Justice Department had claimed that 20,000 non-citizens were on California's voter rolls and had demanded that ballots be set aside for verification, but California officials refused, leading to legal challenges.
Key facts
- Supreme Court ruled on November 2, 2026.
- Trump administration sought to segregate ballots from alleged non-citizens.
- California officials argued against federal interference in elections.
- Justice Department claimed 20,000 non-citizens were on voter rolls.
- Election officials received a USB drive with names and a 48-hour review demand.
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