Democrats Sue Trump Over Executive Order Restricting Voter Registration

The Democratic National Committee (DNC), led by Senator Chuck Schumer and Representative Hakeem Jeffries, has filed a lawsuit in Washington, D.C., challenging President Trump's executive order aimed at tightening voting regulations, including requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. The Democrats argue that this order constitutes an unconstitutional overreach, claiming it infringes on states' authority to regulate elections as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. Trump's order, issued on March 25, seeks to enhance election security and curb foreign interference, but critics assert it risks disenfranchising eligible voters. Legal experts have indicated that the president lacks the authority to impose such election rules by executive order. The lawsuit follows a separate legal challenge from various nonprofit organizations, which also argue that the order undermines established voting rights and processes. Both lawsuits reflect a growing tension over voting rights as Congress considers further legislative measures on election integrity.