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Governor Newsom Says California Sending Its Own Election Watchers To Monitor Voter Locations
A federal judge Wednesday ruled against the DOJ and sided with the state, saying it has the authority to administer its own elections.
October 30, 2026
California is assembling teams of election attorneys and volunteers to send to key voting locations on Election Day, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.
Find out what's happening in Walnut Creekfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Gov. Newsom initially made the announcement during his appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Wednesday, before following up with a statement to social media doubling down — and announcing it is now a felony to illegally seize ballots in the state.
The Department of Justice announced earlier this year its plans to have observers at key voter locations in California, and has battled with the state in court over requests to set aside mail-in ballots from people the DOJ says may not be citizens.
Find out what's happening in Walnut Creekfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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