Non-Citizen Voting in NYC: Legal Challenges and Implications

This chapter examines New York City's controversial decision to allow non-citizens to vote in municipal elections starting January 2022, detailing the legal hurdles it has faced. It discusses rulings from both trial and appellate courts citing violations of the state constitution and the need for a public referendum. The conversation further unpacks the implications of this decision on federal elections and the nuances of voter eligibility related to immigration status.