Santa Ana Voters Reject Noncitizen Voting Measure

Measure DD, which would have allowed noncitizens to vote in local elections, was defeated by 60% of voters in the predominantly Latino city.

The defeat of Measure DD reflects a trend of Latino voters becoming more conservative on immigration issues.
Local officials and conservative groups opposed the measure, citing concerns about cost and citizen rights.
Santa Ana would have been the first city in Southern California to allow noncitizen voting in local elections.
Supporters argue that noncitizens contribute to the community through taxes and deserve representation.
Advocates plan to continue efforts to pass similar measures in future elections, inspired by successes in other cities.