Justice Dept Escalates Probe as California Accused of Blocking Federal Voter Roll Audit

The US Justice Department has accused California of blocking a federal audit of its voter rolls, escalating tensions in a probe into allegations of election fraud claims. The audit had requested access to certain information on voters' registration status and other data. California officials claim the demand threatens voting rights, while the DOJ insists it's necessary for ensuring election integrity. The dispute raises concerns about potential interference with federal oversight of elections.