NY congresswoman raises concern about possible voter registration of non-citizens

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis Raises Concerns Over NYC Contract Allowing Voter Registration of Non-Citizens

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) recently joined local officials to address a troubling contract stipulation in New York City that she believes could potentially lead to ⁤the voter registration of thousands of non-citizens. The contract in question involves Homes for the Homeless, ‍an organization that‌ provides shelter and services to families in NYC.

Malliotakis revealed that Homes⁤ for ⁣the Homeless⁢ also operates a migrant ​shelter ⁢on⁢ Staten Island, where a retirement home ⁣used to be located. She expressed⁤ concern over a specific page in the contract that requires the organization to distribute​ voter registration information ‍to individuals they regularly interact ⁢with, including illegal immigrants.

“The City is requiring migrant shelter contractors​ to distribute voter registration cards, assist migrants ‌in registering to vote, and promote campaign material within the shelters themselves,” Malliotakis stated ⁤in a press release.

Malliotakis emphasized the importance of preserving the integrity of the⁣ election system and protecting the sacred right to vote, which should ‍only be ‌granted to United States citizens. ​She firmly believes⁣ that individuals who crossed the border illegally and recently arrived‌ in New York City should not be given the privilege to vote.

The ​legal standing of Malliotakis’s complaint is currently uncertain due to ⁤a​ local law that⁢ is in legal ⁤limbo. In June of 2022,⁣ a New York state judge invalidated ‍a law that ⁣allowed non-citizen residents to⁤ vote in local elections. However,‍ the city has appealed the ruling, expressing hope that⁣ the appellate court will ‍reverse it.

“The City believes that the ⁢judge erred​ in finding that the law was inconsistent with the State Constitution, Election Law, and the Municipal ‍Home Rule Law, ​and is hopeful that the appellate ⁤court ‍will reverse this erroneous ruling,” a release from the city stated.

Homes for the Homeless, which aims to provide more ‍than just a​ place to sleep⁤ for NYC families experiencing homelessness, responded to ​the concerns ⁣raised. They highlighted their commitment to offering a ⁣range of services focused on education, employment, and social services for ​both parents and children ‌residing in their family residences.

The Washington Examiner has reached out to Homes for the Homeless for ‍comment ⁤on the⁤ matter.

What ⁣steps should be taken​ by the New York City ​Board of Elections to address the concerns raised by Malliotakis⁢ and other officials regarding non-citizen voter​ registration

E non-citizens are ⁤housed. This ‍shelter, known as the Staten Island Family Residence, currently holds approximately 340 individuals, many of whom ⁢are undocumented immigrants. Malliotakis ⁣expressed concern‌ that the contract between Homes for the Homeless and the New York City Board of Elections could potentially lead to these non-citizens being⁤ registered to vote.

The contract between Homes for the Homeless and the Board of Elections ‍allows for voter registration activities to take ‌place at the Staten Island Family Residence. Malliotakis argues that ‍this raises serious⁣ concerns about the integrity of⁤ the voting ‍system, as non-citizens should not be permitted‌ to vote in any election.

As a representative in Congress, Malliotakis has‌ a‍ responsibility to ​ensure that the voting process is fair and transparent. She believes that allowing non-citizens to register to vote undermines the democratic principles upon which the United States was founded.

In a press ⁢conference addressing this issue, ⁣Malliotakis stated, “It ⁣is of utmost⁢ importance that we preserve the integrity of ⁢our elections. Allowing non-citizens to register to vote not only undermines⁢ the rights of American citizens, but⁤ it also undermines the very ‌foundation of our democracy. This contract must be‌ reviewed, and immediate action should be taken to​ rectify this alarming ⁤situation.”

Malliotakis is not alone in her concerns. ⁢Local officials who joined her in this press conference also expressed their worries over the potential consequences​ of this contract stipulation. They highlighted the fact that non-citizens should not have access ​to voter registration activities, as this compromises the​ integrity of⁣ the electoral process.

The New York City Board of Elections‍ has not yet responded to these concerns. Their silence on the matter ‌is troubling, as it suggests a lack of urgency in addressing this issue. ‍Malliotakis and other local officials are calling for immediate action to review the contract and ensure that non-citizens are not able to register to vote.

While the issue‍ of non-citizen voter registration may be specific to‌ New York City, it raises broader questions about‍ the vulnerability of the voting system ⁢across ⁤the country.​ It serves as a reminder that safeguards must be put in place ⁢to prevent any potential abuse or manipulation of the electoral process.

As discussions on comprehensive immigration reform continue, it is essential that the rights and privileges of American citizens are protected.⁢ Allowing non-citizens to participate ‍in the electoral process undermines the principle of democratic representation and dilutes the power of the American vote.

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis and the concerned local officials are committed​ to fighting for the integrity of the voting system. They are calling on the New York City Board of Elections to address this issue promptly. They also urge other‍ elected officials and‍ citizens across the country to be vigilant in protecting the fundamental principles of democracy and ensuring that only eligible voters are allowed to participate in elections.