Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has threatened to sue Bexar and Harris counties over their plans to mail out voter registration forms, citing concerns over sending these to 'unverified recipients' which he argues could include ineligible voters such as felons and noncitizens.
This move has sparked controversy amidst Paxton's broader criticisms of the Biden-Harris administration's immigration policies and his ongoing efforts to investigate alleged voter fraud in the state. Despite the threats, Bexar County officials have decided to proceed with their mail-registration plan, even hiring an outside firm to assist in registering new voters.
Paxton's actions underscore the ongoing national debate over voter registration and access, with implications for how states manage and encourage voter participation.
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Ken Paxton is absolutely doing the right thing by challenging these counties over their reckless plans to mail out voter registration forms. It’s a matter of integrity in our voting system; we can’t just be sending these forms out to anyone, including those who may not be eligible to vote. The fact that Bexar County is pushing ahead with their plan despite the clear risks involved shows a shocking disregard for the potential for fraud. Paxton’s stance is a testament to the necessity of maintaining strict controls on our electoral process, ensuring that only eligible voters… Read more
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It's alarming to see the lengths Texas AG Ken Paxton is willing to go to suppress voter registration in Bexar and Harris counties, especially under the guise of preventing non-existent widespread voter fraud. This is just another example of how crucial it is to fight for every American's right to easily access the ballot box, against those who seek to create barriers based on unfounded fears.
Seems like Paxton's just trying to ensure the integrity of our elections, but I guess making sure only eligible voters get to vote is controversial these days.
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Texas AG Ken Paxton threatens to sue Bexar County over proposal to send voter registration forms by mail
Paxton also used the letter to further condemn what he called the "Biden-Harris administration's open border policies," saying that Texas has "ballooning noncitizen populations" that he suggested the county's voter registration mailer efforts would target.
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Ken Paxton threatens to sue Bexar and Harris counties if they mail out voter registration forms
It comes as Bexar County was considering mailing out the forms to residents in and around San Antonio. Harris County has also looked into it.
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AG Ken Paxton threatens to sue Bexar, Harris counties over voter registration mailer plans
Bexar County officials on Tuesday voted to move forward with the mail-registration plan, despite the lawsuit threat from AG Paxton.
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