What if Non-Citizens are allowed to vote in Federal elections, in some states like California

Given the current environment of political polarization, public distrust in institutions, and the challenges you’re highlighting, a lot could potentially go wrong if these trends continue or intensify. Here’s a breakdown of what else could break or further deteriorate:

1. Erosion of the Rule of Law: If distrust in institutions like the Justice Department and FBI continues to grow, public adherence to the rule of law could weaken. This could lead to widespread non-compliance with federal laws, increased civil disobedience, or localized violence as people stop trusting government agencies to act impartially.
2. Political Division in the Military: If the Department of Defense becomes more politicized, it could weaken its unity and effectiveness. A divided military could be catastrophic, especially if parts of it are seen as aligned with specific political factions. This division could erode the chain of command and operational integrity.
3. Economic Breakdown: The government’s inability to fund critical agencies like FEMA could spill over into other areas, such as essential social services, infrastructure, or disaster response. Economic instability, inflation, and worsening social safety nets could lead to mass dissatisfaction and protests.
4. Breakdown of Federalism: If states begin to challenge federal authority more aggressively (for example, by disregarding federal laws or court rulings), this could fracture the unity of the U.S. political system. States might start asserting more autonomy, creating pockets of resistance or opposition to the federal government.
5. Further Polarization of Law Enforcement: If local and state law enforcement agencies become more polarized, favoring one political side over the other, it could lead to breakdowns in order and increased confrontations between groups, with law enforcement potentially aligning with factions based on political beliefs.
6. Loss of Trust in Elections: Further erosion of trust in the election system could lead to more people rejecting election results outright, which could trigger widespread unrest, especially if large segments of the population feel disenfranchised or believe that elections are rigged.
7. Civil Unrest and Violence: A combination of distrust in institutions, economic instability, and polarized law enforcement could lead to violent clashes, localized insurrections, or even secessionist movements in the most extreme scenarios.

Could It All Break?

If these trends continue without resolution, the United States could face widespread unrest and political instability. While an outright civil war still requires much more organized and widespread conflict, the breakdown of trust in institutions, coupled with the politicization of critical agencies, could push the country into a dangerous period of sustained internal conflict, with political violence and unrest becoming more common.