Analysis Shows Discrepancy Between DOJ Noncitizen List and California Voter Rolls
An analysis found that over 40% of names on a Department of Justice list of alleged noncitizens were not present on California's voter rolls.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, October 31, 2026 —
An independent analysis has revealed that a significant portion of names appearing on a Department of Justice (DOJ) list, identified as allegedly belonging to noncitizens, were not found on California’s official voter rolls. The findings indicate that more than 40% of the individuals on the DOJ’s list were not registered to vote in the state.
The specifics of the analysis, including the entity that conducted it and the precise date range of the data examined, were not provided. Similarly, the total number of names on the Department of Justice list and the exact number of discrepancies found were not detailed in the summary of the trend. The methodology used to cross-reference the DOJ list with California’s voter rolls also remains unspecified.
This discrepancy raises questions regarding the accuracy and completeness of data used in voter integrity discussions. The Department of Justice’s list is understood to contain individuals identified as noncitizens, potentially based on various federal databases or legal processes. The California voter rolls, managed by the Secretary of State, are the official registry of individuals eligible and registered to vote within the state.
The analysis highlights a gap between federal data concerning noncitizen status and state-level voter registration records. It is not uncommon for lists compiled by different government agencies or for different purposes to show variations due to differences in data collection, update cycles, and the specific criteria used for inclusion. The outcome of this analysis, however, points to a notable divergence concerning a substantial percentage of the names reviewed.
Further details regarding the source of the DOJ list, the criteria for its compilation, and the exact nature of the
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