DOJ prepares to send election monitors to California, New Jersey following requests from state GOPs
The Department of Justice is preparing to send federal election observers to California and New Jersey next month, targeting two Democratic states holding off-year elections following requests from their state Republican parties.

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2 developments- Oct 24, 2025DOJ prepares to send election monitors to California, New Jersey following requests from state GOPs
- Oct 25, 2025DOJ to monitor New Jersey and California polling sites
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DOJ prepares to send election monitors to California, New Jersey following requests from state GOPs
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