California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation on May 28, 2026, aimed at protecting the state's elections from federal interference. The law prohibits individuals, including federal agents, from accessing voter rolls or election technology without a court order. Additionally, it restricts law enforcement from disrupting election workers, except in cases of public safety emergencies. The legislation was enacted just days before the state's primary elections.
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California Governor Signs Law to Protect Elections from Federal Interference
California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a law designed to prevent federal interference in state elections. The law restricts access to voter rolls and election technology without a court order and limits law enforcement's ability to disrupt election operations.
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