California Gov. Gavin Newsom inadvertently confirmed that illegal immigrants are participating in U.S. elections, a revelation that has sparked controversy. Speaking on the Pivot podcast, Newsom expressed concern about ICE enforcement at polling locations, suggesting Democrats rely on such voter participation.
A 2024 study by Just Facts estimated that 10% to 27% of non-citizen adults in the U.S. are illegally registered to vote. With over 19 million adult non-citizens residing in the country as of 2022, this could translate to two million to five million individuals voting unlawfully. The study highlighted that these numbers are significant enough to alter election outcomes, including presidential and congressional results.
Democrats have historically dismissed such claims as conspiracy theories, despite internal awareness of the issue. Critics argue that without immediate action, election integrity remains at risk.
