Conservative Activists Hit With Voter Fraud Charges In Election Stunt
Summary
Two conservative activists, James O’Keefe and Cam Higby, face felony charges over their conduct at Minnesota polling places during the August 11 primary. Prosecutors allege they used registered voters’ names without permission while seeking ballots, but say neither signed the required oath or received a ballot.Key Facts
- Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the charges on October 28.
- The charges include felony unlawful voting and identity theft.
- Prosecutors allege O’Keefe and Higby identified themselves using names of registered voters without those voters’ knowledge or permission.
- The activists were reportedly testing Minnesota’s voter-vouching process.
- Moriarty said Minnesota law bars intentionally misrepresenting one’s identity when applying for a ballot.
- According to prosecutors, neither man signed the required oath or cast a ballot.
- The incidents allegedly occurred at polling places during Minnesota’s August 11 primary.
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