Secretary Benson statement on court victory in lawsuit challenging Michigan’s voter rolls

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson made the following statement regarding the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan’s order to dismiss a lawsuit by the Republican National Committee over the maintenance of Michigan’s voter rolls:

“False and meritless claims - whether they are posted on social media or in legal filings - won’t stand up in court. That’s where evidence, the law, and facts rule the day. I’m grateful the federal court today again affirmed our vigorous work to maintain the accuracy of Michigan’s voter rolls in accordance with state and federal law. In doing so, they dismissed a lawsuit designed to plant false seeds of doubt about the integrity of my work and our elections.

“Let me be clear: We have secure elections in Michigan. Our state’s bipartisan, professional election officials work with the state Bureau of Elections every day to ensure every valid vote – and only valid votes – count in this and every election. 

“As we head into the final days of the 2024 election, we will continue to serve the people of Michigan with a commitment to telling the truth, stating the facts, following the law, and operating with transparency. To those with other interests and agendas, some advice: Next time you’re in a hole, stop digging.”

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