Trump Administration Threatens California Officials Over Mail Ballots

• The Trump administration is escalating its fight with California ahead of the midterm elections.
• Justice Department warns election officials of prosecution if they 'knowingly tabulate ballots' cast by noncitizens.
• Trump threatens California officials with imprisonment over their stance on mail ballots.
• The warning comes as part of the administration's efforts to prevent noncitizens from voting in the midterm elections.
• Local officials are at risk of criminal investigation and potential prosecution if they process such ballots.