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flag U.S. sues 4 states and D.C. for withholding voter data, citing election law violations.

flag The U.S. Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Georgia, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Washington, D.C., over their refusal to provide detailed voter registration data, citing violations of federal election laws. flag The department seeks names, addresses, dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, and partial Social Security numbers to ensure election integrity and prevent vote dilution. flag Georgia claims it complied with state privacy laws, while Wisconsin’s elections commission rejected the request, citing state law. flag The Justice Department has initiated 22 such lawsuits nationwide, with 10 states reported to be in compliance or cooperating. flag Critics, including Democratic officials and privacy advocates, express concerns over data security and potential misuse, while the department maintains its efforts are nonpartisan and essential for election transparency.

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