Non-Citizens Allowed To Vote In Local Washington D.C. Elections: Report
Non-citizens, who have lived in Washington, D.C.Local media reported that voters who have been inactive for at least 30 consecutive days may now vote in city elections. This is after the review period was over for a new bill, which allowed such votes to take place.
D.C.’s city officials passed the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act last year on its first reading. Democratic Mayor Muriel bowser approved it without her signature as she was unable to veto. Acts of the city council, however, are subject to congressional review because the district is located in federal territory.
WAMU reported that Capitol Hill lawmakers had 30 working days to oppose the legislation. However, the House voted to prevent the bill from becoming effective. The Senate was out of time, however.
WAMU reported that the new law must still secure $1.6 million in funding for the creation of the new voter register for non-citizens. Congress has also the option to block it, specifically by prohibiting D.C. officials to spend money on its implementation.
Charles Allen, a Washington, D.C., member of the city council, introduced the bill on October 2020. He argued that the bill aligns with the chamber’s values, and the history of expanding voter rights.
“Our immigrant neighbors of all statuses participate, contribute, and care about our community in our city,” Allen spoke at the time that the vote was being held.
Councilmember Brianne Nageau, the bill’s principal sponsor, exclaimed how happy she was with the bill’s passing. “championed expanding voting rights so that those who have made the District their home have the right for their voices to be heard in our local issues, no matter their immigration status.”
The Wall Street Journal The editorial board argued that the bill grants local voting rights for illegal immigrants and foreign diplomats in a November 23 piece.
It’s a parody of progressive decadence. It is hard to imagine American diplomats showing up to vote for the mayors in Beijing and Moscow. Noncitizen voting is also prohibited. It reduces the incentive to naturalize. It is only possible for U.S. citizens to vote in federal races. In other words, including non-citizens into local races would make it difficult for election officials manage two voter lists with two sets and ballots. This is a recipe for disaster.
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Biden administration officials had claimed that they want to make Washington, D.C., a 51st state in the Union and to give the city autonomy over its local affairs.
With the support of 42 Democrats, the House Republicans approved a resolution to stop the law from entering effect.
James Comer (R.KY), Chairman of House Oversight Committee Introduction The D.C. vote resolution and previously warned that such “misguided efforts would allow crime to run rampant and disenfranchise American citizens in our nation’s capital.”
“Voting is a pillar of American democracy and a constitutional right that undeniably needs to be protected and preserved for citizens of this country,” Comer made the following statement: Fox News. “The D.C. Council’s reckless decision to allow non-U.S. citizens and illegal immigrants the right to vote in local elections is an attack on the foundation of this republic.”
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D.DC) attacked Republicans in Congress for introducing “undemocratic” “paternalistic” Resolutions to overrule D.C. Council
“Instead of abusing its power over D.C. by nullifying legislation enacted by the D.C. Council, the House should adhere to democratic principles and pass my D.C. statehood bill, which would give D.C. residents voting representation in Congress and full control over their local affairs,” Norton spoke in prepared remarks.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-NY, accused her GOP counterparts of making a speech. “expanding” Their support for disenfranchisement “overwhelmingly black city,” By pointing out that D.C. is already a stateless entity.
“The D.C. City Council has the right to determine its policies for D.C. residents,” She said. “And if any member of this body does not like that, they can feel free to change their registration, resign their post and run for D.C. City Council.”
Senator Ted Cruz (Republican from Texas) introduced a bill in January to prevent non-citizens voting in local elections in Washington, D.C. He stated that allowing illegal immigrants and non-citizens to exercise the voting rights reserved for American citizens is a violation of the nation’s constitutional principles. “but also naively invites foreign meddling in our elections.”
“Voting is a privilege and the tool by which American citizens exercise their say in who leads our country, how we spend our tax dollars, and what policies should be instituted,” Cruz . “I am vehemently against unconstitutionally cheapening the votes of American citizens and ignoring the rule of law in this nation.”
In December, fellow GOP Senator Tom Cotton (R.A.) introduced a resolution to Congress to stop the non-citizen voter law from going into effect. He called it an “anonymous” “insane policy.”
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