By Gwurld4026 
Legal Action: Democrats Challenge Trump’s Voter ID Mandate
On March 25, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections,” which mandates that voters provide proof of U.S. citizenship, prohibits states from counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day, and threatens to withhold federal funding from states that do not comply.
In response, the Democratic National Committee (DNC), along with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington, D.C., challenging the constitutionality of the executive order. The plaintiffs argue that the order oversteps presidential authority, infringes upon states’ rights to manage their own elections, and risks disenfranchising eligible voters.
Additionally, nonprofit organizations such as the Campaign Legal Center and the State Democracy Defenders Fund have filed separate lawsuits seeking to block the implementation of the executive order. These groups contend that the order is unconstitutional and could lead to voter suppression by imposing stringent requirements that may disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
The Trump administration maintains that the executive order aims to prevent foreign interference in U.S. elections and ensure electoral integrity. However, critics argue that the measures could suppress voter turnout and undermine democratic processes.