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Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
By Stephanie Weaver at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
Why this matters in The Plano
In Plano , where civic engagement and voter registration drives are commonplace, the federal judge's ruling has significant implications for local election officials. The blocked database was likely used by Texas election officials to verify voter eligibility, and its unavailability may lead to alternative methods being employed to ensure the integrity of voter rolls. This development could impact the workload and resources of the Collin County elections office, which serves Plano residents. As the county prepares for upcoming elections, it will be worth watching how they adapt to the loss of this tool and what new procedures they implement to verify voter citizenship and personal information. The ruling may also spark discussions among local stakeholders about the balance between preventing voter fraud and ensuring that all eligible citizens can exercise their right to vote.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
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