On July 7, 2026, Harmeet Dhillon, head of the Justice Department’s civil rights division, sent letters to officials in at least 11 states warning that they could face prosecution if votes cast by noncitizens are counted in the upcoming elections.
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Justice Department Sends Warning to Election Officials Regarding Noncitizen Voting
The Justice Department, led by Harmeet Dhillon, issued warnings to election officials in 11 states regarding the counting of votes by noncitizens. The letters threaten potential prosecution if such votes are included in the upcoming elections.
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