The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Alabama and Secretary of State Wes Allen for allegedly violating federal laws by purging voter rolls too close to the upcoming election. The lawsuit contends that the state removed voters within 90 days of the election, contravening protections designed to safeguard voter rights. This legal action marks a significant challenge to Alabama's voter roll management practices, raising concerns about potential disenfranchisement of eligible voters. The DOJ's move underscores its commitment to enforcing laws that protect voters in the wake of increasing scrutiny over voter roll maintenance and election integrity.