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DOJ Investigates New Jersey Voter Roll Scandal

July 23, 2026

Summary

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating voter fraud in New Jersey after the state's Democrat governor admitted a software 'glitch' caused over 6,000 illegal registrations, leading to approximately 400 foreign nationals voting.

How coverage differs

  • Center: New Jersey voter roll errors highlight need for election integrity Center outlets report on the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation into New Jersey's voter rolls following Governor Phil Murphy's acknowledgment of a software error. They detail how this 'glitch' resulted in over 6,000 illegal registrations and approximately 400 non-citizens casting ballots, focusing on the factual developments of the case.
  • Right: New Jersey's illegal voter registrations reveal serious election integrity concerns Right-leaning outlets focus on New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's 'damning admission' regarding the software 'glitch' that led to thousands of illegal voter registrations and hundreds of non-citizens casting ballots. They highlight the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation, framing the situation as a serious breach of election integrity and a significant instance of voter fraud.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Opinion | New Jersey’s 400 Noncitizen Voters

Right

  • New Jersey’s Damning Admission on Illegal Voting

Far right

  • DOJ Is Investigating Illegally Registered Voters in New Jersey

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