Arizona, DHS Collaborate to Remove 50,000 Non-Citizens from Voter Rolls

Arizona is set to remove approximately 50,000 non-citizens from its voter rolls after a lawsuit by America First Legal (AFL) prompted the state to partner with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for citizenship verification. All 15 counties in Arizona will now review their voter registrations, focusing on individuals who registered without providing proof of U.S. citizenship. AFL argued that counties were not complying with state laws requiring proof of citizenship, and the settlement will help ensure that only eligible voters participate in local and state elections. Critics of stricter voter registration requirements contend that there is little evidence of widespread voter fraud and that such measures could disenfranchise legitimate voters. The decision comes amid ongoing discussions about voter integrity and immigration policy in Arizona, a state with a significant number of undocumented immigrants. This initiative is part of a broader Republican effort to enforce stricter voting laws at both state and federal levels.