Justice Department Warns California Of Potential Legal Action Over Voter Roll Allegations

Clarksburg Weston, WV, October 14, 2026 —

The U.S. Justice Department has informed California that it may take legal action over allegations that noncitizens appear on the state’s voter rolls and may have received mail ballots. The information provided does not say whether the department has filed a lawsuit or taken any other formal legal step.

The allegations concern two distinct issues: the presence of noncitizens on voter registration lists and whether any may have received ballots by mail. The summary does not establish that noncitizens voted, or that any ballots were returned or counted. It also does not provide evidence or figures related to the allegations.

Details about the communication were not provided, including when it was sent, which Justice Department officials were involved, or which California officials received it. The information also does not identify the laws the department may seek to enforce, the number of people or ballots involved, or any deadline for a state response.

California’s response was not included in the summary. It does not say whether state officials have disputed the allegations, reviewed voter records, or taken other action. The names of any individuals or organizations involved were not provided.

The matter remains described as a potential legal action tied to allegations. Without further details about the department’s notice, the underlying claims or the state’s response, the scope and status of the dispute are unclear.

Story summarized from the original created by SAFIYAH RIDDLE and ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press on www.wboy.com, see more information here.

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