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Non-Citizen Voting in US Elections: Fact Check
An investigation into claims of non-citizen voting in US presidential elections, examining voter ID laws, the frequency of such occurrences, and the spread of misinformation.
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PoliticsUs PoliticsElectionsMisinformationVotingFact-Check
Brennan Center For JusticeCato InstituteHeritage FoundationAssociated PressFbi
Kamala HarrisTim WalzDonald TrumpElon MuskBrad Raffensperger
- What are the voter ID laws in US presidential elections?
- Voter ID laws in the US vary by state; 36 states have specific requirements, while others don't mandate specific forms of ID. However, all states require voters to attest to their citizenship under penalty of perjury.
- What measures are in place to prevent non-citizen voting?
- The US routinely cross-checks voter registration lists with national databases to identify and remove ineligible registrations, mitigating the risk of non-citizen voting.
- Can non-citizens legally vote in US presidential elections?
- No, federal law prohibits non-citizens from voting in US presidential elections. While some states allow non-citizen participation in local elections, this is not the case for presidential elections.
- Have non-citizen voters affected the outcome of US elections?
- Instances of non-citizen voting are extremely rare and statistically insignificant, with studies showing negligible impact on election outcomes. Claims of widespread non-citizen voting are generally unfounded.
- How accurate are social media posts claiming widespread non-citizen voting?
- Social media posts alleging non-citizen voting often use manipulated images or fabricated stories. These claims are frequently amplified by prominent figures and contribute to misinformation about US election integrity.