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DOJ identifies 400-plus noncitizens registered to vote in Washington state
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- The DOJ has identified over 400 noncitizens illegally registered to vote in Washington state, with some casting ballots multiple times since as early as 1984, including green card holders registered without their knowledge via the state's Motor Voter program.
- Investigators found approximately 1,500 instances of noncitizens voting, with some individuals voting up to 27 times, prompting calls for Washington to set aside ballots until citizenship status is verified.
- The DOJ's findings are part of a broader crackdown on voter fraud, including legal actions in California involving about 20,000 questionable mail-in ballots and arrests of dozens of noncitizens nationwide for illegal voting.
- Federal officials warn that illegal voting can jeopardize noncitizens' chances of naturalization and lead to criminal charges such as making false statements or fraudulent voter registration.
- Arrested individuals involved in illegal voting come from diverse countries and face additional charges ranging from fraud to violent crimes, highlighting the scope of enforcement efforts.
