States are fighting back.
Florida is taking a bold stand against the Biden administration in a lawsuit aimed at safeguarding the integrity of its voter rolls. The Sunshine State claims that the federal government has failed to fulfill its obligation to verify immigration status, which is critical for ensuring that only American citizens participate in elections.
The lawsuit, first reported by Fox News Digital, asserts that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is legally required to respond to inquiries from state and local governments regarding the immigration status of individuals within their jurisdictions. Florida contends that the Biden administration’s refusal to cooperate is undermining the state’s ability to maintain accurate voter registration records.
With the ongoing crisis at the southern border leading to an influx of noncitizens, Florida emphasizes the importance of verifying voter eligibility. The state has access to the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program, which is designed to help verify the immigration status of individuals. However, Florida’s Department of State has encountered obstacles when attempting to use this system, citing a lack of unique identifiers for certain individuals believed to be noncitizens.
Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed the urgency of the situation, stating, “Voting is a right granted to American citizens — not illegal immigrants or other noncitizens. The Biden-Harris administration has allowed millions of illegal immigrants into the country, and we must ensure that only citizens are on our voter rolls.” This lawsuit aims to compel DHS to provide the necessary verification to uphold the integrity of Florida’s elections.
Moreover, Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd reiterated the constitutional mandate that only citizens can vote. He called on the federal government to remove barriers that prevent states from obtaining crucial information needed to uphold this principle.
The legal action reflects a growing trend among Republican-led states to challenge the federal government on issues of voter integrity. Similar lawsuits have emerged in other states, including Ohio, highlighting a national push to ensure that election processes are safeguarded against potential abuses.
As this legal battle unfolds, it underscores the broader conversation about the importance of election integrity in America. The outcome could have significant implications for how states verify voter eligibility and manage their voter rolls in the future. Florida’s commitment to this cause demonstrates its leadership in advocating for the rights of American citizens and the sanctity of the electoral process.