In a move that has struck a chord with all Americans who value the integrity of our electoral process, the conservative group America First Legal has taken legal action against all 15 counties in Arizona.

The lawsuit, filed on Tuesday, alleges that these counties have failed in their duty to purge illegal migrants and other noncitizens from their voter rolls. This isn’t just a political issue—it’s a concern that cuts across party lines and touches the very core of what it means to be a democracy.

The legal battle began when America First Legal initially targeted Maricopa County, the most populous county in Arizona and a critical battleground in recent elections. However, the group quickly expanded its efforts, filing an amended lawsuit against every single county in the state. According to court documents, the organization claims that county leaders are neglecting their legal responsibility to prevent noncitizens from voting in elections.

/1🚨NEW LAWSUIT TO STOP ILLEGAL ALIEN VOTING

We are suing ALL 15 counties in Arizona for refusing to remove illegals from their voter rolls. This follows our lawsuit against Maricopa.

Every county in AZ is flagrantly defying its duty under state law to expunge illegal voters: pic.twitter.com/2B7warOhM3

— America First Legal (@America1stLegal) September 4, 2024

This is a matter that goes beyond conservative versus liberal; it’s about fairness, transparency, and the foundational principle that only American citizens should have a say in who governs them.

The right to vote is one of the most sacred rights we hold as citizens, and ensuring that this right is protected is something that should concern every American, regardless of political affiliation.

In a statement, Stephen Miller, president of America First Legal and a former senior advisor in the Trump administration, emphasized the urgency of the situation: “We are taking emergency action to secure our elections. In addition to Maricopa, we are now suing 14 additional counties in Arizona for refusing to remove illegal aliens and non-citizens from their voter rolls.”

Miller’s words resonate with anyone who believes in the importance of maintaining the integrity of our elections. With over 35,000 registered voters in Arizona not providing proof of their citizenship as of April 1, the potential for election interference is alarming.

Consider this: the 2020 Arizona presidential election was decided by fewer than 11,000 votes. In a state where the margin of victory can be so slim, even a small number of ineligible voters can have a significant impact.

Arizona is not alone in facing this issue. Across the country, states like Alabama, Virginia, Texas, and Ohio have identified more than 17,000 noncitizens on their voter rolls, with some of them having already cast ballots in previous elections. This is not a hypothetical problem; it’s a real and present danger to the integrity of our democratic process.

For many Americans, the idea that noncitizens could be participating in our elections is deeply unsettling. It’s not just about the numbers—it’s about the principle. Every time an ineligible person attempts to vote, it dilutes the voice of American citizens and undermines the fairness of our elections.

Recently, the Abbott administration had to clean the voter rolls of ineligible registrants. They wiped 1 million individuals from the rolls who were found to be ineligible to vote in the upcoming election. This included non-citizens, some of which the Texas state administration said they had records of voting in previous elections.

Under Arizona law, proof of citizenship is required to register to vote. However, a Supreme Court ruling in 2013 found that state governments cannot impose additional voter registration requirements beyond what federal forms already ask for, which only require registrants to affirm their citizenship by checking a box. This means that individuals who do not provide proof of citizenship can vote in federal elections in Arizona but not in state or local elections.

This loophole places a significant burden on county recorders, who are required by state law to perform monthly voter roll maintenance to confirm the citizenship of federal-only registered voters. America First Legal argues that this process is not being followed as it should be, leading to the presence of noncitizens on the voter rolls—a situation that could have dire consequences for the integrity of elections in Arizona and beyond.

This lawsuit by America First Legal is not just a conservative cause; it’s a call to action for all Americans who care about the sanctity of our elections. Ensuring that only eligible citizens vote is not about exclusion; it’s about protecting the rights of every American to have their vote counted fairly and without dilution.

The scary reality of having non-Americans vote in our elections should concern everyone, regardless of where they fall on the political spectrum. Whether you’re a lifelong Republican, a staunch Democrat, or an independent, the idea that our elections could be influenced by individuals who do not have the legal right to vote should be alarming.

As America First Legal continues its fight in Arizona, it’s clear that this issue is not going away. The integrity of our elections is at stake, and it’s up to all of us to ensure that the process remains fair and transparent.

The right to vote is a privilege and a responsibility that belongs exclusively to American citizens. It’s time for all of us to stand together and demand that our leaders take action to protect this fundamental right. Let us know how this new development makes you feel in the comments below.