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Illegal Voting Charges Under Trump’s Administration
Two Ukrainian-born green card holders, Yelyzaveta Demydenko and her mother Svitlana, are facing charges for voting in the US presidential election. They claimed they wanted to “make a difference” and “support the country,” but voting in federal elections requires US citizenship, which they don’t have.
Other Cases
- An Iraqi man was charged for casting a ballot in the 2020 election.
- A Jamaican woman was accused of illegally voting in Florida’s presidential primary.
Trump’s Executive Order
These cases come after President Trump signed an executive order to add document checks to voter registration. Republicans are trying to pass similar laws nationwide.
Controversy Over Voter Fraud Claims
Trump has repeatedly claimed that non-US citizens vote in large numbers, but these cases don’t show any widespread conspiracy. Critics argue that this narrative is false and might be used to justify stricter voting laws.
Shift in Justice Department’s Focus
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division is now focusing more on enforcing Trump’s executive orders rather than protecting constitutional rights.
Involvement of Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Some cases might be related to work done by DOGE, led by Elon Musk, but details are scarce.
What’s Next?
These cases will likely spark debates about voting rights, election security, and the role of the Justice Department. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how these charges will impact future elections.
