Summary
The mayor of Coldwater, Kansas, Jose Ceballos, faces charges of voting illegally due to his non-citizen status, risking deportation. He has been accused of voting in American elections without being a U.S. citizen, and if convicted, could face significant penalties and removal from the country.
Key Facts
- Jose Ceballos is the mayor of Coldwater, Kansas, and a registered Republican.
- He is accused of voting in U.S. elections despite not being a U.S. citizen.
- The Kansas attorney general charged him with multiple counts related to illegal voting.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) stated that if convicted, Ceballos will be placed in deportation proceedings.
- Ceballos received a green card in 1990 and applied for citizenship in 2025.
- He mistakenly believed his permanent residency equated to citizenship, claiming he has voted in every election since 1991.
- He cited voting for Republican candidates, including President Trump.
- His next court appearance is set for December 3, and he could face prison time and fines if convicted.
