U.S. Attorney’s Office announces Election Integrity Plan for 2026 General Election in the Western District of Tennessee

Memphis, TN - The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Tennessee, in coordination with the Department of Justice's Civil Rights DivisionLinks to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link., announces its comprehensive strategy to oversee federal voting protections and investigate potential election fraud for the 2026 midterm elections.

The initiative is part of a nationwide effort to ensure a secure, transparent, and accessible voting process. The U.S. Attorney's Office, alongside federal law enforcement partners, is prepared to enforce federal election laws vigorously while protecting the right of every legal voter to cast their ballot without intimidation or interference. Voters can consult official Department of Justice and state portals to review federal election laws and eligibility requirements.

United States Attorney D. Michael Dunavant, for the Western District of Tennessee, said, "Every citizen must be able to vote without interference, intimidation, or discrimination and to have that vote counted without it being stolen because of fraud. The Department of Justice will always act appropriately to protect the integrity of the election process."

Key Enforcement Priorities for the 2026 Election:

• Protecting Voter Rights: Ensuring that all eligible voters can participate in early voting, mail-in voting, and Election Day voting free from discrimination, harassment, or unlawful coercion.
• Voter Eligibility and Enforcement: Monitoring compliance with federal laws regarding voter registration and eligibility. For detailed information on ongoing reviews, eligibility laws, or federal penalties, please consult official Department of Justice guidelines and state election authority resources.
• Combating Election Fraud: Investigating actionable allegations of ballot harvesting, voter impersonation, or intentional disruption of polling places and mail-in ballot processing.

Mail-In and Early Voting in Tennessee

Information regarding mail-in and early voting in Tennessee can be located at hereLinks to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link.. Federal oversight will remain active throughout the early voting period to monitor for compliance with the Voting Rights Act and ensure that secure ballot drop boxes and polling locations are unhindered.

Reporting Election Irregularities

The public plays a critical role in maintaining election security. Anyone who witnesses or has direct knowledge of potential election fraud, voter intimidation, or unlawful voting activity is strongly encouraged to report it immediately.

Please visit the official FBI Tips PortalLinks to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link. or contact local law enforcement to report potential election fraud or voting irregularities. Complaints regarding voter discrimination or civil rights violations can also be directed to the Civil Rights Division via the Department of Justice Civil Rights Reporting PortalLinks to other government and non-government sites will typically appear with the "external link" icon to indicate that you are leaving the Department of Justice website when you click the link..

Please note, however, in the case of a crime of violence or intimidation, please call 911 immediately and before contacting federal authorities. State and local police have primary jurisdiction over polling places, and almost always have faster reaction capacity in an emergency.

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For questions, please contact Will Crow, District Election Officer for the U.S. Attorney's Office, at 901-544-4231.