Some on DOJ's 20,000 "likely" noncitizen list in Calif. appear to be U.S.-born
KEY POINTS
- •Election officials in Los Angeles County say their preliminary analysis of the federal government's list of 20,000 "likely" noncitizens registered to vote in California shows the list is "unreliable."
- •Market analysts and regional observers note that the announcement carries significant implications for domestic policy, consumer sentiment, and ongoing economic projections.
- •Additional reporting and official statements will be incorporated as further briefings are scheduled from the NPR National News newsroom.
PUBLISHED SAT, SEP 5 2026•(19h ago)
Election officials in Los Angeles County say their preliminary analysis of the federal government's list of 20,000 "likely" noncitizens registered to vote in California shows the list is "unreliable."
Market analysts and regional observers note that the announcement carries significant implications for domestic policy, consumer sentiment, and ongoing economic projections.
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