Trump's Terms Trump's DOJ makes its most sweeping demand for election data yet
Jun 16, 2025
The U.S. Department of Justice demands extensive election data from Colorado, raising alarms about potential misuse and election integrity. This unprecedented request ties back to Trump's influence and reflects broader tensions in the electoral landscape. They also discuss connections to key figures in the election denial movement and their implications for current politics. The focus on voter fraud highlights how the DOJ is redefining its role under this administration, igniting debates about the future of voting rights.
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Unprecedented DOJ Election Data Request
- The DOJ requested all election records from Colorado for the past 22 months, an unprecedented demand for a whole state. - The request includes records beyond the legal retention period and may stem from an unsubstantiated complaint linked to an election denial case.
Tina Peters and DOJ's Timing
- Colorado election officials connect the DOJ request to Tina Peters, a convicted former county official known for election denial claims. - Trump publicly called Peters a political prisoner and urged DOJ action shortly before the records demand.
Shift in DOJ Civil Rights Division
- DOJ's Civil Rights Division is shifting under Trump to focus on election fraud and voter verification rather than voting rights enforcement. - Hermit Dillon, the division head, has a background with election denial campaigns, reflecting the administration's priorities.