Alex Padilla: “We need Congressional action that creates a clear, attainable pathway for people like me to obtain permanent residence.”

The truth is simple: our elections are safe and secure; the widespread voter fraud that Trump has claimed for 10 years does not exist.

This lawsuit has no legal basis or evidence behind it and is nothing more than a blatant abuse of power designed to sow distrust in our elections and threaten Americans’ right to vote.

Any DOJ action that could spoil an election would be one of the most serious constitutional violations imaginable.

The 2026 midterm elections have begun. We urge you to immediately reaffirm that the Department will forgo any actions that would interfere with the lawful administration of the 2026 elections.