Federal Grand Jury Indicts Ten Aliens for Voter Fraud in Minnesota Elections
Update Explained
A federal grand jury has indicted ten non-citizens for voter fraud in Minnesota elections. These individuals have been charged with crimes related to falsely claiming U.S. citizenship to vote and unlawfully voting as non-citizens. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted the investigation, resulting in these indictments. The announcement was made by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota, emphasizing the legal consequences for non-citizens who vote illegally.
Why it matters
The indictment serves as a warning that voting fraud by non-citizens is taken seriously by U.S. authorities and can result in severe legal consequences, including criminal charges and potential deportation.
Who is affected
- Non-citizens who engaged in voting fraud in Minnesota
- Non-citizens in the U.S. considering or involved in voting fraud
Key dates
Indictment
Sep 24, 2023
The date the indictments were made by a federal grand jury.
Key details
- The indictments include charges of making a false claim of citizenship to vote and voting as a non-citizen, which are violations of federal law.
- The charges carry significant penalties, including imprisonment and fines.
Important notes
An indictment is merely an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.