The U.S. Department of Justice has sued Virginia officials, claiming the state is illegally purging voters from its rolls, particularly targeting noncitizens, in violation of federal election laws. The lawsuit accuses the Youngkin administration of conducting systematic efforts to remove voters too close to the election, which could prevent eligible citizens from participating. This legal action is part of a broader debate over voter integrity and access to the ballot in the state, with voting rights groups opposing the measures implemented by the state. Governor Glenn Youngkin has dismissed the lawsuit as politically motivated, stating that the actions taken were to ensure the integrity of the election process.