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Noncitizens in New York have not been eligible to vote since the 19th century. However, the New York City Council recently voted to allow noncitizens to vote in municipal elections starting in January 2023. Similar measures are being considered in Vermont, Maryland, Illinois, Maine, and Massachusetts. Some argue that this is a strategy to turn illegal immigrants into voters. However, it is important to note that these changes are specific to certain cities and not applicable to the entire country. Critics believe that American elections should be decided by American citizens, expressing concerns about the impact on national security and sovereignty.

Texas' controversial immigration law, Senate Bill 4, may go into effect today if the US Supreme Court doesn't intervene. The law allows arresting migrants based on their immigration status. Texas plans to give them a choice: return home or face jail time. The state is taking a tough stance, with penalties ranging from 6 months to 20 years. If other states follow suit, the border issue could be resolved without needing a wall. Peace and love.

Colorado is a marijuana hub, and Denver's Mayor Mike Johnston is enthusiastic about illegal immigration. Recently, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela was charged with a serious crime involving a minor, raising concerns about safety. Since 2022, over 40,000 undocumented immigrants have arrived in Denver, straining schools and taxpayer resources. Mayor Johnston and Governor Jared Polis support this influx, emphasizing Denver's status as a sanctuary city. Johnston claims that citizens and the police will resist deportations, framing it as a stand for civil rights. He even likened the situation to a "Tiananmen Square moment," reflecting a controversial stance on immigration policies. The atmosphere in Denver appears increasingly contentious under his leadership.

A packed room at the Saint Paul armory erupted after the governor's signature made driver's licenses for all the law of the land.

San Francisco is one of the first major cities to remove the US citizenship requirement for peace officers. The police department now welcomes all eligible individuals to apply, aiming to attract candidates from diverse communities they serve and live in. This change was made to ensure inclusivity and representation within the police force.

An Obama-era rule allows non-English speakers, potentially including illegal immigrants, to drive commercial vehicles, raising safety concerns. Jason Matura reports on the death of Scott Miller, killed by an illegal alien driving a flatbed truck. Miller's widow, Deanne, blames the system for allowing unqualified drivers on the road. American Truckers United exposed loopholes such as lack of screening, licenses for nonresidents, visa abuse, dangerous license swaps, and little accountability. An EAD card can be enough to obtain a CDL in some states. Truckers claim hundreds of thousands of licenses have been issued to foreign nationals, many unable to read road signs. These drivers' inability to read English impacts their capacity to read warning signs. President Trump signed an executive order to reinstate stricter licensing standards. Oklahoma has codified Trump's order and beefed up standards to protect residents.

The left is allegedly destroying election integrity by enacting legislation that allows undocumented people to get driver's licenses. States that allow this include California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. These driver's licenses provide a workaround to voter ID laws, even with issues like dead people voting, people voting multiple times, and mail-in ballots. After ballot counting stopped, Trump was winning, but Democrats won, resulting in a "demented president." The "woke left" is infiltrating the justice system and state legislatures, ensuring those in power stay in power. This puts families at risk, making it unsafe to even walk down the street. This will allegedly usher in the deep state, the new world order, and WHO's authoritarian controls. The speaker questions how driver's licenses can be issued without question, while voter ID was deemed racist.

Some people may struggle with voter ID laws because not everyone has easy access to copy their ID. It's important to consider the impact on rural communities without nearby copy services. While proving identity is necessary, it should not be overly burdensome.

My friend tried to help her nephew get a driver's license in Pompano Beach, Florida, but they were turned away twice and told to return at 6 am. When they arrived early, they found a large group of Somali illegal immigrants, mostly military-age men, waiting. They were not allowed to film the scene. The speaker criticized the situation and mentioned the ease of obtaining a driver's license for voting purposes. They also blamed Kamala Harris for allowing these people into the country.

Dr. Jax Gonzalez, political director at One Colorado, supports Senate Bill 129, emphasizing the right to make medical decisions without interference. Families are making impossible choices, such as a father and his 16-year-old daughter from Nebraska who drive eight hours to Colorado for healthcare banned in their state. The father worries about continued access to care, even in Colorado, due to actions by out-of-state lawmakers. The bill ensures Colorado providers can do their jobs without out-of-state targeting. Relocation assistance requests have increased from 20 to nearly 600 in a month. Providers report a 50% increase in people crossing state borders for telehealth or flying to Denver for care. Failing to act risks signaling that rights are not secure even in Colorado. Gonzalez urges a yes vote on Senate Bill 129 to protect providers, patients, and the right to access care.

Santa Ana is considering allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections, which has sparked mixed reactions. The city has been a Sanctuary City for undocumented immigrants since 2016. Some argue that noncitizen voting is already happening illegally and is unconstitutional, while others believe it is a step in the right direction, citing historical denial of voting rights to people of color. The discussion was initiated by Santa Ana city council members Jonathan Ryan Hernandez and a colleague, who believe that allowing noncitizens to vote would be beneficial in a city where almost a quarter of the residents are non-US citizens.

My husband, who owns a gun shop, informed me that the ATF has updated their background check policy. As of today, illegal immigrants are exempted and allowed to purchase firearms. This coincides with California, New York, and Chicago legalizing the employment of illegal immigrants as police officers. It seems like our government is about to engage in some questionable actions without informing us.

Governor Tim Wall signed the driver's license for all bill into law, allowing all Minnesotans to obtain a driver's license regardless of immigration status. One speaker stated that instead of changing the politician, the goal is to change the voter. Allowing undocumented immigrants to have an ID is considered un-American, and the speaker believes the intention is to flood the market with illegal voters, given concerns about free and fair elections. The speaker claims this policy will allow millions of people to have an ID. The speaker believes that taxpaying and everyday Americans find this policy disgusting and outrageous, and that policymakers are not listening to the concerns of the public.

Concerns have arisen about noncitizens voting in Arizona's elections, particularly regarding 218,000 voters who were improperly recorded as having provided proof of citizenship. This issue stems from long-time residents who obtained driver's licenses before citizenship requirements were enforced. The Arizona Supreme Court has ruled that these individuals are eligible to vote. Addressing the belief that noncitizens are voting in large numbers will be challenging, and it's likely this narrative will continue to surface after the election, regardless of the outcome.

Mail-in ballots pose significant issues. Voter ID requirements are also contentious, with arguments against them often lacking clarity. It's perplexing why some oppose having ID, especially since it's required for many everyday activities, like obtaining a driver's license. Recently, Gavin Newsom signed a bill prohibiting inquiries about voter ID, raising questions about the rationale behind such a decision. In contrast, organizations like the Democratic National Convention require extensive identification for their events. If ID is necessary for various transactions, why not for voting, which is crucial? Many citizens, including Democrats, support voter ID, but some politicians resist it, possibly to maintain opportunities for fraud. Ultimately, the lack of voter ID raises concerns about the integrity of elections.

California lawmakers passed a law to provide government assistance to undocumented immigrants for buying houses. Speaker 1 states that immigration has historically been a bipartisan issue, referencing Ronald Reagan's speech about the Statue of Liberty and America's open-door policy. Speaker 1 believes making homeownership available to all is important, especially for those currently residing in the country. When clarified that the law pertains to undocumented immigrants, Speaker 1 expresses a desire to transition them to documented status and suggests comprehensive immigration reform would benefit the economy.

Starting January 1, 2024, undocumented immigrants in Illinois can apply for a 4-year driver's license that will also serve as proof of identity. The speaker expresses frustration about this policy, believing that undocumented individuals should not be given licenses based on potentially fraudulent information. They criticize the government and suggest that the nation is being destroyed by those who should be protecting it. The speaker also mentions a biblical prophecy about a cruel nation ruling for 400 years, implying a connection to the African American experience.

It is against the law for noncitizens to vote in federal elections. However, some states are not requiring proof of citizenship when noncitizens register to vote. Governor Glenn Youngkin in Virginia issued an executive order to clean up voting rules. The Biden administration's Department of Justice sued the governor and the Commonwealth of Virginia to try to prevent them from cleaning up their voter rolls. This creates doubt and concern because everyone should want the law to be followed.

In Georgia, over half the population lacks a passport, and driver's licenses, including Real IDs, don't prove citizenship. The proposed bill could cost Georgians over $700 million to register to vote. This is characterized as a poll tax and blatant voter suppression.

A crowd gathered at the Saint Paul Armory after the governor signed a measure making driver's licenses available broadly, described as “driver’s licenses for all,” effectively serving as a photo ID for all residents, regardless of citizenship. The discussion then centers on how these licenses interact with voting and registration processes. One speaker notes that if someone comes in with a driver’s license, they would receive a photo ID and register accordingly, even if their social security number is incorrect or missing. The concern raised is whether that person, after obtaining a driver’s license, could then cast a vote despite incomplete registration information. The dialogue explores the potential for a non-citizen who possesses a driver’s license to participate in elections. In response, another participant—referred to as the chair—addresses the procedure for handling incomplete registrations. The chair explains that the designation on the roster for someone whose registration is incomplete can be resolved if the person presents an acceptable identification document. In such a case, the challenge from the roster would be cleared, and the individual would be permitted to cast a ballot. A subsequent aside acknowledges the potential problem inherent in this approach, with a speaker named Anderson prompting clarification. The core question remains: could a person who is not a citizen, but who presents a driver’s license at the voting point, be permitted to vote? The chair provides a definitive statement regarding eligibility: at both the time of registration and at the time of submitting a ballot, every voter signs an attestation affirming their eligibility to vote, including that they meet all eligibility requirements that they are a US citizen. This underscores the requirement that, despite the availability of driver’s licenses to a broad population, the attestation of citizenship remains a binding condition for voting. The exchange highlights a tension between broad ID access and the constitutional requirement of citizenship for voting, with the chair reiterating that citizenship is required to vote, even if driver’s licenses are issued more inclusively.

The Wall Street Journal claims Governor Tim Walz signed initiatives allowing immigrants in the country illegally to apply for driver's licenses, qualify for free tuition at state universities, and enroll in the state's free healthcare program for low-income residents. The question is posed whether these initiatives act as magnets, drawing people to the state, and why Minnesota taxpayers should pay for these programs. The response states that Minnesota ranks as a top five business state, a top three state for children living there, and the top state for healthcare access. Minnesota also purportedly has some of the safest roads.

I just changed the gender on my Florida driver's license to male. This was the final step in updating all my documents, which wasn't easy due to state restrictions. Here’s the loophole: if you replace your driver's license instead of renewing it, they must use a primary document for information. A passport, which allows self-identification, qualifies. I showed them my female passport, and after some deliberation, they updated my license. It was nerve-wracking, especially in a hostile environment. On my way out, someone yelled a derogatory comment at me, but I’m proud of my new license, which is valid for ten years. Wishing all trans people an easy time with their documents this December.

California's online voter registration allows individuals to proceed without providing a driver's license or social security number by checking boxes indicating they don't have them. Contrary to the idea that identification is required for voter registration, this is not being implemented in California. San Francisco and Oakland permit noncitizens to vote. Noncitizen parents in San Francisco can register to vote in the upcoming school board election on November 5, 2024.

The governor signed the driver's license for all bill into law, causing a packed room at the Saint Paul armory to erupt in cheers.

The first speaker describes a scenario in which a person can obtain a driver’s license again because licenses are issued broadly to those who register to vote. If the individual’s Social Security number does not match, they are flagged, but as long as they present an ID (the driver’s license) and sign that they are eligible to vote, they can vote and are no longer flagged, remaining in the system. Mister Lanell then responds by clarifying the process. He says that for anyone presenting documentation to register to vote, that documentation serves as affirmation of their identity. He notes that the driver’s license has not been used as proof of citizenship for the purposes of registering to vote; rather, it affirms that the person is who they say they are. He adds that in any case where someone were to cast a ballot, if they were ineligible to vote, there are reports generated post-election for voters who are challenged. Counties run these reports to show the status of voters that had been updated due to having cast a ballot, and these reports can be reviewed and referred to the county attorney. The first speaker concludes by restating the original question and provides a direct answer: the answer is yes to their question.