Hundreds Of SMC Voters' Eligibility Questioned By Trump Administration

SAN CARLOS, CA — San Mateo County election officials are reviewing a U.S. Department of Justice request concerning the eligibility of 328 registered voters, according to a county news release.

The county's Registration & Elections Division received the request Friday as part of a broader federal review involving approximately 20,000 California voters whose citizenship status federal authorities have questioned.

County officials said voting procedures remain unchanged and the DOJ's letter does not constitute a court order requiring changes to ballot processing.

Federal officials have asked election administrators to review voter eligibility information and take additional steps concerning ballots associated with those individuals.

San Mateo County officials are coordinating with the California Secretary of State and the County Attorney's Office to determine an appropriate response under state and federal law.

“Our responsibility is to ensure that every eligible voter can exercise their right to vote while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of our elections,” Chief Elections Officer Mark Church said in the release.

The request comes amid ongoing federal litigation concerning ballots associated with voters whose citizenship status is being questioned.

Ahead of the Nov. 3 statewide general election, residents can continue returning mail ballots by mail or at official ballot drop boxes or Vote Centers. Voters can also cast ballots in person at any Vote Center throughout the county.

The Registration & Elections Division said it will continue monitoring legal developments and administering the election in accordance with applicable law.

Additional election information is available on the San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division website.