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DOJ partially confirms DHS whistleblower allegations on SAVE voter eligibility program

The Department of Justice issued a notice to a federal court partially confirming whistleblower allegations that DHS is expanding the SAVE system to check voter eligibility. EPIC and the League of Women Voters argue this violates the U.S. Constitution and federal privacy laws. The allegations also claim DHS is creating a national voter registration list based on a Trump executive order.

Why it matters: The action raises significant privacy and constitutional concerns about government use of personal data for voter eligibility.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
Democracy Docket: DOJ partially confirms DHS whistleblower allegations in new notice to federal court
EPIC · primary source · Sep 15, 2026
Details
JurisdictionUnited States (federal)
RegulatorDepartment of Justice (DOJ)
Courtfederal court
LawU.S. Constitution
StatusAnnounced
PublishedSeptember 15, 2026
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS), Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), League of Women Voters (LWV)
Topicsprivacy
Datapersonal