Judge Antonia Arteaga of the 57th Civil Judicial District Court in Texas dismissed a lawsuit filed by Attorney General Ken Paxton targeting Bexar County’s voter registration efforts. The lawsuit had accused the county of illegally allowing noncitizens to register to vote.
The decision came after a hearing where attorneys for the county argued that they were following state law and regulations regarding voter registration. Judge Arteaga agreed with the county’s arguments and dismissed the case, stating that the attorney general’s office did not provide enough evidence to prove their claims.
In response to the ruling, County Judge Nelson Wolff stated that he was pleased with the decision and that the county’s voter registration efforts have been conducted in a lawful manner. He also criticized Paxton for filing the lawsuit without sufficient evidence to back up his claims.
This lawsuit is one of several filed by Paxton’s office against Texas counties over voter registration practices. Critics of the attorney general’s actions argue that they are part of a broader effort to suppress voter turnout, particularly among minority and low-income communities.
The dismissal of this lawsuit is a victory for Bexar County and its efforts to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting voting rights and ensuring that all citizens have equal access to the ballot box.
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