The Department of Justice (DOJ) of Friday announced it would send observers to monitor polling sites in six counties, five in California and one in New Jersey, when elections take place next month, sparking condemnation from the office of California Governor Gavin Newsom.
The DOJ said it is planning to monitor polling sites in five counties in southern and central California: Los Angeles, Orange, Kern, Riverside and Fresno.
Voters can find help at these centers with obtaining a replacement ballot, registering to vote, casting a provisional ballot and more.
The Justice Department is preparing to send election observers to California and New Jersey next month, following requests from their state Republican parties.
The Trump administration said that monitors will watch polling in two states, led by Democrats, where key races or issues are on the ballot.
California voters have started early in-person voting for the special election with a notable increase in early ballot returns.