LA Ballot Measure Would Allow Non-Citizens to Vote in Local Elections

June 27th, 2026· 0:48

Los Angeles is one step closer to allowing non-citizens to vote in local elections after the City Council voted to place the proposal on the November 3 ballot. The measure would give Los Angeles voters the opportunity to decide whether eligible non-citizens should be allowed to participate in certain local elections. The proposal has generated strong reactions from both supporters and opponents, who disagree over voting rights, local governance, and civic participation. Los Angeles County Republican Party Chair Roxanne Hoge criticized the City Council's decision, arguing that voting is a privilege reserved for American citizens. She also sharply criticized the city's leadership on issues including public safety, homelessness, and municipal services while opposing the proposed ballot measure. #LosAngeles #ElectionNews #Voting #NonCitizenVoting #California #Politics #RoxanneHoge #LocalElections #LACityCouncil #ElectionPolicy #VotingRights #Government #BreakingNews #CaliforniaPolitics #PublicPolicy