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Wayne Today
By the People, for the People
Michigan AG Denies DOJ Request for 2024 Wayne County Ballots
State attorney general says federal election laws were not violated in the 2024 vote.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 5:16am
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Michigan's refusal to hand over 2024 election materials to federal investigators underscores the ongoing battle over voting rights and election integrity.Wayne TodayMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has rejected a request from the U.S. Department of Justice to turn over 2024 election ballots and other voting materials from Wayne County. Nessel stated that there was no evidence of federal election law violations in the November 2024 election.
Why it matters
This decision by the Michigan AG highlights the ongoing tensions between state and federal authorities over election oversight and access to voting records. It comes amid broader concerns about the integrity of elections and the potential for partisan interference.
The details
The DOJ had requested the materials as part of a federal investigation into the 2024 election. However, Nessel asserted that there was no evidence of any wrongdoing and that the state would not be providing the requested documents.
- On April 14, the DOJ sent a letter requesting the 2024 voting materials from Wayne County.
- On April 19, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel rejected the DOJ's request.
The players
Dana Nessel
The Attorney General of the state of Michigan.
U.S. Department of Justice
The federal law enforcement agency that had requested access to the 2024 election materials from Wayne County, Michigan.
What they’re saying
“Federal election laws were not violated in the November 2024 election.”
— Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General
What’s next
It is unclear if the DOJ will pursue further legal action to gain access to the Wayne County voting materials.
The takeaway
This decision highlights the ongoing tensions between state and federal authorities over election oversight and the potential for partisan interference in the electoral process.
