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Supreme Court Rejects Republican Push To Block Arizona Voters

A precinct worker walks outside a voting location during the state's primary election, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Sun City West, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

The Supreme Court has made a significant decision regarding voting regulations in Arizona, impacting thousands of voters in the state. In a 5-4 order, the high court rejected a Republican push that could have prevented over 41,000 Arizona voters from casting ballots for the president. This decision comes in the aftermath of Democratic President Joe Biden's narrow victory in Arizona in the previous election, winning by less than 11,000 votes.

While the court blocked the Republican attempt to disqualify a large number of voters, it did allow for the enforcement of regulations that require individuals to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. These regulations were put in place in 2022 following Biden's win over Republican Donald Trump in Arizona.

The legal battle surrounding these voting measures is far from over, as the case will now proceed in lower courts. This ongoing dispute highlights the importance of voting regulations and the impact they can have on the electoral process.

Overall, the Supreme Court's decision has both upheld and challenged voting regulations in Arizona, setting the stage for further legal proceedings and discussions on voting rights and access in the state.

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