A group of Texas Democrats have called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the state of Texas over possible voter rights violations. The group sent a letter to the DOJ stating that Texas has implemented restrictive voting laws that disproportionately impact communities of color. They argue that these laws have made it more difficult for minority voters to access the ballot box.
The Democrats pointed to several recent actions taken by the Texas state government, including the passage of Senate Bill 1, which introduced new restrictions on voting by mail and early voting hours. The group also raised concerns about the state’s decision to conduct a controversial audit of the 2020 election results in four counties.
The letter, signed by 22 Texas Democrats, urged the DOJ to investigate whether these actions violate the Voting Rights Act and other federal laws. They called for the DOJ to take action to protect the rights of voters in Texas and ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to cast their ballots without undue hindrance.
The group’s request comes amid a broader national debate about voting rights, with many states introducing new voting laws in the aftermath of the 2020 election. Critics of these laws argue that they are designed to suppress the votes of minority and marginalized communities.
The DOJ has not yet publicly responded to the group’s request for an investigation. However, the issue is likely to remain a focus of political and legal debate in Texas and across the country in the coming months.
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