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Trump's voter ID executive order blocked following lawsuit by California, other states
By Helen Jeong at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
California and 19 other blue states successfully sued the federal government, permanently blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order on voter ID and mail-in ballots, state Attorney General Rob Bonta’s office announced Wednesday.
Trump had issued the executive order in March to require v...
Key takeaway “We sued President Trump over his attempt to unilaterally impose voting restrictions across the country — and we won,” Bonta said in a statement after the ruling was issued Wednesday.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The blocking of President Trump's voter ID executive order has significant implications for Los Angeles residents, who will not face additional barriers to casting their ballots. California's successful lawsuit, led by Attorney General Rob Bonta, ensures that the state's election processes will not be dictated by the federal government. This ruling is particularly relevant in a state like California, where voting rights and accessibility have been a priority. The decision also sets a precedent for other states, reinforcing the idea that election regulation is a state and congressional matter, rather than a federal one. As Californians prepare to vote on potential new voter ID and verification requirements in 2026, this ruling serves as a reminder of the state's commitment to protecting voting rights and maintaining control over its own election processes. The outcome of this lawsuit will likely influence the ongoing debate over voting laws in California and beyond.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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What is this story about? California and 19 other blue states successfully sued the federal government, permanently blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order on voter ID and mail-in ballots, state Attorney General Rob Bonta’s office announced Wednesday.
Trump had issued the executive order in March to require v...
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