Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder Dean Logan addressed the media during a press conference on June 2, 2026, confirming that grand jury subpoenas were received by his office. These subpoenas were directed at employees as part of an ongoing dispute with the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding voter rolls in California.
The Department of Justice has pushed to identify noncitizens on the state’s voter rolls, leading to increased tensions with state election officials. Logan stated that at least two employees in the registrar’s office have been served subpoenas to appear in court on November 4, following initial reports from The New York Times.
In recent weeks, the DOJ dispatched letters to election officials in California, cautioning them about federal scrutiny if they fail to cooperate with demands to isolate ballots from individuals identified as likely noncitizens. These letters specifically warned that knowingly counting ballots from such individuals could lead to being considered accomplices in a federal crime.
A spokesperson for the Justice Department has not provided comments regarding these subpoenas. It remains uncertain if the employees who received them are under criminal investigation.
The issuance of these subpoenas followed a decision by a federal judge in California who rejected a DOJ request to set aside ballots from a list of 20,000 voters labeled as likely noncitizens. U.S. District Judge David O. Carter ruled that there was no legal footing for such a demand and deemed the list unreliable. He expressed concerns about voter disenfranchisement and potential electoral chaos. The DOJ announced plans to appeal to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
During a hearing, Judge Carter strongly urged the DOJ to cease any threats towards state and county election officials. He reiterated this stance in a formal order, emphasizing that such threats must end.
Dean Logan welcomed Judge Carter’s remarks, stating, “Judge Carter’s admonishment about threats directed at election officials was well placed and appreciated.” He emphasized that his office is adhering to state and federal laws, and reassured of their commitment to protect their employees’ safety while ensuring voters in Los Angeles County can participate fully in elections.
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