WA officials decry Trump administration’s reported ramp-up in voter fraud investigations

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: September 1, 2026

Words: 594

Last Updated: 10 hours, 36 minutes ago


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The Trump administration is reportedly redoubling efforts to root out voter fraud in a number of states this week, including Washington.

Washington officials are troubled at the news as President Donald Trump and his Department of Homeland Security continue to look for widespread election fraud for which there is no evidence.

CNN on Monday reported the anticipated ramp-up in Department of Homeland Security voter fraud investigations, citing internal agency guidance.

A Department of Homeland Security …

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