The Trump administration has increasingly used the Department of Justice (DOJ) to serve political interests. This follows the Trump v. United States Supreme Court decision, which expanded presidential immunity. The ruling shields presidents from legal accountability for official actions, allowing them to use federal agencies like the DOJ to further political goals without consequence.
A recent and troubling example of this is the DOJ’s request for sensitive voter data from multiple states. The department has demanded information like voter registration lists and voting histories. When states, including North Carolina, resisted, the DOJ took legal action to force them to comply and release the data.
Many states have pushed back, citing federal laws that protect voter privacy and asserting their right to manage their own elections. California, Illinois, and Maine are among the states that have refused to hand over the requested data, asserting their authority over election matters.
While the DOJ defends these actions by claiming they are targeting voter fraud, such fraud is extremely rare. Critics argue that this is less about protecting elections and more about creating a foundation for manipulating the electoral process. With the 2026 midterms on the horizon, many believe the administration is trying to shape the electorate to favor its political agenda.
In conclusion, the Trump administration’s use of the DOJ for political purposes sets a dangerous precedent. We must protect our voting rights from those who would abuse government power to advance partisan goals.
