Federal Judge Blocks Indiana's Law Banning College Student IDs from Voting

A federal judge has blocked Indiana's ban on using college-issued student ID cards for voting, ruling that it is likely unconstitutional and violates constitutional protections. The law, which was enacted in 2022, prohibited election officials from accepting such IDs as proof of voter registration. The judge's decision prevents the law from taking effect while the case continues to unfold. The ruling is a victory for voting rights advocates who argued that the ban discriminated against certain groups.