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Coverage dated October 30, 2026 to November 2, 2026

DOJ says election officials could face jail time if they fail to preserve records

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The DOJ has warned election officials in multiple states that they could face jail time if they fail to preserve election records in accordance with federal law.

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  1. ABC News

    DOJ says election officials could face jail time if they fail to preserve records (opens ABC News)

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    The DOJ has warned election officials in multiple states that they could face jail time if they fail to preserve election records in accordance with federal law.

  2. The Daily Caller

    DOJ Warns State Election Officials That Failing To Preserve Records Is Federal Crime (opens The Daily Caller)

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    ‘Such a failure is punishable’

  3. Conservative Daily News

    DOJ Warns Election Officials of Jail Time as DHS Vows to Deport Illegal Voters (opens Conservative Daily News)

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    by Rich Mitchell at CDN - The Justice Department told election officials in all 50 states they could face prosecution for failing to preserve records, while a top DHS lawyer promised to charge and deport noncitizens who vote.