Proof of citizenship requirement for voter registration

SOURCE www.npr.org
President Trump signs executive order requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote, but birth certificates are not allowed as documentation according to voting rights advocates.

Key Points

  • Enhances election integrity
  • Disenfranchises eligible voters without alternative documentation
  • Potential for confusion and legal challenges

Pros

  • Enhances election integrity by ensuring only citizens can vote

Cons

  • May disenfranchise eligible voters who may not have other acceptable documentation
  • Could lead to confusion and potential legal challenges