The Department of Justice has set its sights on Milwaukee, Wisconsin, gearing up to monitor the city's adherence to federal voting rights laws for the November 5 general election. This announcement came via a statement from U.S. Attorney Gregory J. Haanstad yesterday, reported by the Department of Justice's website.
Milwaukee will see DOJ personnel from various divisions including Civil Rights, Disability Rights, and Criminal Sections, actively working to safeguard the right of every eligible citizen to vote. In a detailed account provided by the Justice Department, compliance with the Voting Rights Act, National Voter Registration Act, Help America Vote Act, Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, and Civil Rights Acts, are of utmost concern. Moreover, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is being upheld by the Division’s Disability Rights Section, to make certain that individuals with disabilities are afforded equal voting opportunities.
Election Day is poised to be a backed endeavor for the Civil Rights Division staff, who will be ready to take questions and complaints from the public about possible violations of federal voting rights laws throughout the day. According to the DOJ's announcement, these reports can be made through their website or by calling their toll-free number. In a complementary fashion, the U.S. Attorney’s office will also receive complaints via a local phone number supplied for election day issues.
The Justice Department's vigilance is paired with a straightforward approach for citizens to report issues. Complaints related to the ADA can be directed to a toll-free hotline or through the ADA website, while disruptions at polling places should be reported to local election officials. Instances of violence or intimidation, rare though we hope these occurrences remain, should be reported to local police and then followed up with the Department. Moreover, an array of voting and election resources, including guidance documents and other materials, is accessible on the DOJ's official website, offering additional support for those seeking information or looking to report a concern.
