Arizona Voter ID Law Faces Supreme Court Appeal
Arizona Voter ID Law Faces Supreme Court Appeal
Arizona Voter ID Law Faces Supreme Court Appeal
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A coalition of 24 state attorneys general has filed amicus briefs with the U.S. Supreme Court seeking an emergency stay against a federal district court's injunction that blocks Arizona's law requiring proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections. The law was enacted to ensure that only U.S. citizens can participate in elections, a stance supported by the Republican Party of Arizona amidst concerns over non-citizen voting amid increasing illegal immigration. The federal ruling claimed the National Voter Registration Act preempts state laws requiring proof of citizenship, a point of contention addressed by Attorney General Ken Paxton, who argues that states have the constitutional authority to regulate their own elections. The urgency of the situation is underscored by rising Republican voter support in key states, suggesting a potential shift in electoral dynamics. As voters prepare for the upcoming presidential election, this legal battle could significantly impact voting regulations across the nation.

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24 AGs Back Emergency Stay to Let AZ Require U.S. Citizenship to Vote
State AGs Ask SCOTUS To Uphold AZ Voter Registration Law
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