The court found the plaintiffs lacked standing to bring the suit against the 2021 election law.
The Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals restored several provisions of a 2021 Texas election law this week, such as the voter assistance and mail-ballot identification rules. The state had taken steps to rectify measures that were implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, which were challenged by voter advocacy and civil rights groups.
Judge Andrew Oldham wrote the 11-page decision that entirely reversed a district judge’s ruling. Judge Oldham stated in the opinion, “The bulk of the plaintiffs’ claims fail for lack of standing. One fails on the merits. But none justifies interference with the State Legislature’s efforts to prevent voter fraud and to protect election integrity.”
The appellate court also determined that local prosecutors cannot be held liable for discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act or Rehabilitation Act since they do not provide voting services.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For judges in the district and circuit courts to be prudent in their opinions regarding the constitutionality of state election laws.
- For wisdom for state governors and officials as they seek to enforce voter identification measures.
- For U.S. voters to be discerning as they evaluate candidates for office in their communities, states, and Congress.
Sources: MSN, RedState, Fox4News
