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New York passed a bill allowing noncitizens who are legally in the country to vote in local elections, becoming the largest U.S. city to do so.

Thursday, December 9, 2021 6:47 PM EST

The legislation was approved over the objections of Mayor Bill de Blasio, who questioned whether the City Council has the power to grant voting rights to noncitizens. Experts expect that the bill could face a legal challenge.

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