A New York City Board of Elections worker stated it is not his job to report anyone when asked about processing voter registration applications submitted by non-citizens, according to hidden video footage.
Concerns Raised Over Voter Registration Practices
The footage, captured by Muckraker during an undercover investigation where a reporter posed as a non-citizen, shows the worker saying he would process applications from non-citizens. The worker acknowledged that individuals who are not citizens have attempted to register in the past, stating, “Once in a while … we have people reach in here … and they register, they weren’t a citizen.”
When the reporter indicated he was a green card holder from Canada, the worker clarified that citizenship is a requirement for voter registration. But, the worker also stated, “We can’t stop you from submitting the application,” and warned of potential “legal situations” for those who attempt to register illegally.
Despite the illegality, the worker said he would accept any submitted application. When asked if he would report a non-citizen submitting an application, he responded, “That’s not my job to report anyone. My job is just to collect the application and submit it to the department.”
This incident comes as election integrity remains a key concern nationwide. A separate case in Ohio recently involved the discovery of over 1,000 non-citizens appearing on voter rolls, with those cases being sent to the Department of Justice for prosecution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did the NYC Board of Elections worker say about reporting non-citizens?
The worker stated, “That’s not my job to report anyone,” and that his role is limited to collecting and submitting applications.
Is it legal for non-citizens to register to vote in New York?
No, it is illegal for non-citizens to register to vote in New York.
What did the worker say about submitting an application despite not being a citizen?
The worker said, “We can’t stop you from submitting the application,” but warned of potential legal consequences.
Given these developments, will election officials across the country re-evaluate their procedures to prevent potentially fraudulent voter registrations?
