In a recent election, Santa Ana voters decisively rejected Measure DD, which would have allowed noncitizens to vote in local elections, with 62% voting against it. This measure, aimed at increasing civic participation among Santa Ana’s significant undocumented population, was supported by local advocacy groups but met with strong opposition from conservative organizations. The rejection reflects a broader trend, as similar measures to restrict noncitizen voting have passed in multiple states, including South Carolina, where voters changed the constitution to ensure only U.S. citizens can vote. Proponents argued that noncitizen contributions to the community warranted a voice in governance, but opponents, including activist James Lacy, framed the vote as a stand for citizenship rights. With Santa Ana’s political landscape leaning Democratic, the rejection illustrates the complexity of views on immigration and voting rights even in progressive areas. The outcomes of these votes may influence future discussions on voting rights and immigration policy across the U.S.