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Sherrill fights to keep NJ voter rolls secret

Source: NJ 101.5 · Jul 30, 2026, 4:47 AM

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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's administration won a court ruling blocking the Trump administration from accessing New Jersey's voter roll data.

The decision comes amid allegations that noncitizens illegally voted in state elections. Governor Sherrill has refused to disclose details about who voted illegally as noncitizens, citing privacy and legal concerns.

The dispute reflects broader tensions between the state and the federal government over voter registration information and immigration enforcement priorities.

The judge's ruling represents a significant victory for New Jersey in protecting voter data from federal scrutiny.

Key points

  • A New Jersey judge ruled the state does not have to release voter data to the Trump administration
  • Gov. Sherrill is refusing to reveal information about noncitizens who illegally voted
  • The case centers on disputes over voter registration access and federal data requests
  • The ruling protects New Jersey voter privacy against federal government demands

FAQ

Why is Gov. Sherrill refusing to disclose the noncitizen voter information?
Governor Sherrill has cited legal and privacy concerns in refusing to release details about noncitizens who illegally voted. The state is protecting voter data privacy while the Trump administration seeks access to voter rolls for federal enforcement purposes.
What did the judge rule about the Trump administration's data request?
The judge ruled that New Jersey does not have to turn over voter data to the Trump administration, supporting the state's position against the federal data request.
What are the broader implications of this court decision?
The ruling establishes that states can protect voter roll privacy from federal government requests and reflects tensions between state and federal authority over voting records and immigration enforcement.

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