Trump Signs Order To Overhaul US Elections, Mandates Citizenship Proof For Voting

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order introducing major changes in the country's election process, including requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration and ensuring all ballots are received by election day.

The order states that the US has failed "to enforce basic and necessary election protections" and directs states to work with federal agencies to share voter lists and prosecute election-related crimes,news agency Associated Press reported.

It further warned that states where election officials fail to comply may face cuts in federal funding. Additionally, the order also prohibits states from accepting mail-in ballots received after election day, regardless of the posted date.