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Judge Blocks DOJ’s Voter Data Grab | Lexington News
A federal judge just blocked the DOJ from accessing Kentucky’s voter registration data — including Social Security numbers and driver’s licenses — ruling the state-created list falls outside the Civil Rights Act’s scope. This follows similar wins in Michigan and underscores Kentucky’s stance on protecting voter privacy, especially as the DOJ’s broader data requests lacked clear justification. Secretary of State Michael Adams hailed the decision as vital for election security and personal data rights, reminding listeners that while some voter info is shared with candidates, sensitive details…
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