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On the recordOctober 25, 2021
It is entirely within the authority of Congress, Article 1, Section 4 of the Constitution does in fact begin by saying Legislature shall enact voting regulations.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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King emphasizes Congress's authority over voting regulations as per the Constitution.

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