Additional Coverage:
Maricopa County’s Voter Restoration Decision
Despite a glitch affecting 218,000 voters, Maricopa County has restored the registration status of those previously registered. The county did not receive a complete list of affected individuals from the Secretary of State’s Office.
High Court Ruling on Noncitizen Voter List
Arizona’s high court has ordered the county to provide a list of noncitizens registered to vote to a conservative watchdog group. The ruling stems from a lawsuit alleging over 35,000 voters had not provided proof of citizenship.
Inconsistencies in Secretary of State’s Testimony
During a hearing, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes initially denied having a partial list of 98,000 voters without citizenship proof. He later amended his statement, leading the court to question his familiarity with the issue.
County Recorder’s Defense
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has defended his actions, citing voter safety concerns and the accuracy of the list. He claims his office is already compliant with the law.