Pam Bondi, a Trump ally, has been appointed as the Attorney General, while Harmeet Dhillon, who supports Trump's claims about voting fraud, will lead the Civil Rights Division.

The Justice Department's new mission statement emphasizes combating alleged voter fraud, rather than ensuring access to voting for all citizens, despite mentioning the Voting Rights Act.

This shift aligns with Trump's executive order on election procedures, which mandates strict regulations, including proof of citizenship for voter registration.

Despite evidence showing noncitizen voting is exceedingly rare, Republicans, including Trump, continue to advocate for stricter election laws based on unfounded claims.

Experts warn that the civil rights section's effectiveness is limited, as it must rely on judicial approval for its actions concerning voting rights.

An internal memo reveals that the Justice Department's Voting Section will shift its focus from protecting voting rights to investigating voter fraud and ensuring elections are free from suspicion.

Former Attorney General William Barr has stated that there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, a conclusion supported by recounts and audits.

This new direction reflects a response to conspiracy theories promoted by Trump regarding his 2020 election loss, despite previous findings debunking claims of widespread fraud.

Critics, including former DOJ staff like Stacey Young, argue that the division's role should focus on ensuring access to the polls rather than perpetuating unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud.

Legal analysts contend that much of Trump's executive order may be unconstitutional, as the Constitution assigns the authority to set election procedures to states and Congress.

Trump has indicated a desire to use the Justice Department to investigate individuals who defended the integrity of the 2020 election results.

Historically, investigations have revealed that instances of noncitizen voting are minimal and often accidental, contradicting the narrative pushed by some Republican leaders.