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July 18, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. issued the following statement today in response to the Legislature’s override of Ordinance 5993:
“This ordinance is unlawful, reckless with taxpayer money and sets a dangerous precedent that would undermine trust in our elections for years to come. Our own election boards have filed a lawsuit saying they’d have to break state and federal law just to carry this out. That’s unacceptable.
“Let me be clear, I believe in the democratic process. This isn’t about denying anyone the right to vote – it’s about making sure the process is legal, fair and truly reflects the will of the people.
“The people deserve better than political games that waste millions of dollars and erode trust. There is still a lawful path forward. I urge the Legislature to do the right thing – adopt a new ordinance to move the election to November and protect the integrity of our democracy.”