Illegal Votes in a Federal Election? DOJ Charges Four in Case That Could Spark Nationwide Debate

Today out of @FBINewark: Four individuals have been charged with illegally voting in federal elections and making false statements applying for U.S. citizenship.

The individuals – all noncitizens – voted in elections including the 2020 Presidential election, 2022 midterms, and…— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) May 1, 2026

Neewilly was charged with voting by an alien in a federal election and making false statements in relation to naturalization. He faces a maximum of 11 years in prison if convicted. 

Choresh was charged with voting by an alien in a federal election, making false statements in relation to naturalization and procurement of citizenship or naturalization unlawfully. He faces 16 years behind bars if convicted. 

Vig was charged with procurement of citizenship or naturalization unlawfully and faces 10 years imprisonment if found guilty. 

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