Supreme Court Allows Virginia Voter Roll Purge

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Virginia to proceed with purging approximately 1,600 individuals from its voter rolls, a move opposed by the Department of Justice and voting rights advocates who argue that eligible voters may also be affected. This decision comes just days before the November 5 election, following Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's executive order aimed at increasing election integrity by removing suspected non-citizens. While the Republican administration claims the action is necessary to prevent illegal voting, critics highlight that such purges can disenfranchise legitimate voters and violate the National Voter Registration Act. The ruling was passed with a 6-3 majority, with dissent from the court's liberal justices, who expressed concern over the potential for widespread voter disenfranchisement. Youngkin has framed the ruling as a victory for election fairness, while civil rights groups warn of a politically motivated agenda targeting immigrants. The situation underscores ongoing national debates about voter integrity and access to the ballot box.