Donald Trump’s election disputes prompt court rulings and local fraud claims

In Los Angeles, some residents continue to claim that the June 2026 mayoral primary was affected by fraud, pointing to a prolonged mail‑ballot count, a viral video from Skid Row and a brief data‑glitch that showed anomalous vote totals. The allegations have been amplified by former President Donald Trump, who cited the delayed results as evidence of cheating, and a U.S. Attorney has opened investigations into the irregularities.

Separately, a federal judge issued an injunction blocking President Trump’s executive order that sought to create a nationwide list of verified citizens and to restrict mail‑in voting to those on pre‑approved lists. The ruling declared the order unconstitutional, emphasizing that election administration is a state responsibility. The injunction covers 24 jurisdictions, including several swing states, and was praised by Democratic secretaries of state as a victory for voters.