ICE Probes Voting Groups, Infiltrates Anti-ICE Crews in Election Crackdown
Summary
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) looked into using undercover agents to investigate groups suspected of helping noncitizens register to vote illegally. ICE also infiltrated activist groups opposing ICE to gather information about harassment of ICE officers. These actions were part of the Trump administration's efforts to crack down on illegal voting and protect law enforcement.Key Facts
- ICE considered sending undercover agents to organizations suspected of recruiting noncitizens to vote illegally.
- The agency targeted groups in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for possible investigations.
- Undercover ICE agents infiltrated "Rapid Response Network" groups in Minneapolis related to protests against ICE.
- These agents gathered information on harassment and coordinated targeting of ICE officers.
- The investigation began amid the Trump administration’s increased focus on election security and illegal voting.
- President Donald Trump promoted stricter voting rules, including proof-of-citizenship requirements.
- There are very few documented cases of noncitizen voting, with a conservative group finding 24 cases from 2003 to 2023.
- The administration has arrested green-card holders accused of illegal voting and started removal proceedings.
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