Minnesota Supreme Court Upholds Law Restoring Voting Rights to Felons

The ruling supports a 2023 law allowing felons to vote after prison release, despite ongoing probation or parole.

The court's decision was unanimous, rejecting the challenge from the Minnesota Voters Alliance due to lack of standing.
Governor Tim Walz, now Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, signed the law benefiting 55,000 former prisoners.
Republican critics argue the law is too lenient, while supporters claim it aids rehabilitation and community reintegration.
Former President Trump, convicted of 34 felonies, has criticized the law despite benefiting from similar policies in New York.
The debate highlights contrasting views on criminal justice reform and voting rights in the 2024 presidential race.