Fish v. Kobach

Fish v. Kobach was a legal case where voters challenged Kansas's requirement for proof of citizenship when registering to vote. They argued it unfairly excluded eligible voters and violated federal laws. The court examined whether the Kansas law was justified to prevent voter fraud or if it unnecessarily hindered voting rights. In 2018, a federal judge blocked the law, deciding it was likely discriminatory and not justified by widespread voter fraud concerns. The case highlighted the balance between preventing fraud and ensuring access to voting, emphasizing the importance of protecting voters’ rights while maintaining election integrity.