States are suing to stop Trump's data grab while a judge is appointed in Virginia, involving Illinois and multi-state issues.
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Updated Aug 15
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What happened
States are suing to stop Trump's data grab while a judge is appointed in Virginia, involving Illinois and multi-state issues.
Who's involved
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Part of
A multistate policy is expanding its coverage across several states including Virginia, North Carolina, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, and establishing a presence in Kentucky.Also in this story
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The entities involved
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Illinois
state of the United States of America
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Virginia
state of the United States of America
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George W. Bush
President of the United States from 2001 to 2009
Related events
- The Trump administration demanded voter data in Illinois, leading to a judge's ruling on the request.
- Virginia residents filed a lawsuit against Trump's event on June 7, 2026.
- Administration sought court approval for database use on September 8, 2026.
- The administration is using the Department of Justice to file lawsuits against various states.
- A Supreme Court ruling affects Nevada election procedures following an order from Donald Trump, drawing outrage from Democrats.