Secretary of State Shenna Bellows rejected the Trump administration's
demand for full voter registration records, calling it an overreach of
federal power. Maine’s investigation found no evidence of widespread voter fraud
despite GOP allegations; duplicate registrations often stem from people
moving. - The DOJ’s request—sent to all 50 states—includes data on noncitizens,
felons, deceased voters, and election officials, with no public
explanation.
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The ACLU of Maine and Bellows warn the request fuels distrust and
mirrors past efforts to intimidate voters and justify election
conspiracy theories. -
Bellows Reiterates State Authority:
She emphasized that states—not the federal government—control
elections, refusing to share personal voter data but willing to outline
voter roll maintenance procedures.
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