Federal judge dismisses Justice Department lawsuit seeking detailed voter data from Maryland

A federal judge has dismissed the Justice Department's lawsuit against Maryland seeking detailed voter data, marking another setback for the Trump administration's efforts to access state-level voter records. Judge Stephanie Gallagher, appointed by Trump, ruled that the Justice Department's request violated state privacy laws and lacked sufficient legal grounds. This decision underscores ongoing tensions between federal authorities and state governments over voter data privacy, highlighting the importance of maintaining state control over sensitive information.