DOJ gives California 48 hours to review list of possible noncitizens on voter rolls

What happened: The DOJ told California it has 48 hours to confirm whether people on a federal list of suspected noncitizens were mailed ballots for the November 3 election. The deadline expires Thursday. Key numbers: 48 hours to respond; November 3 election; 190,000 noncitizens claimed on California rolls in July; Supreme Court order September 25. Why it matters: The letter warns of emergency litigation if the process is not met. Secretary of State Shirley Weber rejected the demand, saying it lacks evidence or legal authority and fuels distrust in elections. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

The DOJ told California it has 48 hours to confirm whether people on a federal list of suspected noncitizens were mailed ballots for the November 3 election. The deadline expires Thursday.

The letter warns of emergency litigation if the process is not met. Secretary of State Shirley Weber rejected the demand, saying it lacks evidence or legal authority and fuels distrust in elections.