Fact-checking Mullin's claim that foreign adversaries can access voting machines in U.S. elections
Summary
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said that foreign enemies can access voting machines and change votes in U.S. elections. The department did not provide evidence to support this claim but urged states to protect against illegal voting.Key Facts
- Secretary Markwayne Mullin said foreign adversaries can access voting machines and alter votes.
- He claimed these adversaries control important parts of voting machines.
- Mullin stated changing voter registration and votes is possible and not up for debate.
- The Department of Homeland Security did not give further proof when asked.
- The department encourages states to prevent voting by noncitizens.
- Noncitizen voting in federal elections is very rare.
- The White House directed questions back to the Department of Homeland Security.
- Mullin’s statements reflect claims made by President Donald Trump about election interference.
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