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Federal judge bars Trump from implementing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
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· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this ruling are available from ABC13 Houston.
A federal judge has made a ruling regarding voting requirements. The judge barred the implementation of a proof of citizenship requirement to vote. This decision was based on the judge's interpretation of the Constitution.
According to the ruling, the Constitution does not give the President specific powers over elections. Further details about this ruling are available from ABC13 Houston. Residents of Bellaire , TX, can find more information about the decision and its implications from this source.
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Category: government Published: June 24, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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