U.S. Attorney's Office Prepared to Prosecute Election Crimes, Protect Voters from Intimidation and Interference

BOSTON - With early voting underway across Massachusetts, United States Attorney Leah B. Foley announced today that her office is prepared to investigate and prosecute violations of federal election laws in connection with the Nov. 3, 2026 General Election.

Working in coordination with the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division and federal law enforcement partners, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts will address credible allegations of election fraud, voter intimidation, interference with election officials and other conduct that threatens the integrity of the electoral process.

"The law is clear: Every eligible voter has the right to cast a ballot without intimidation, and no one has the right to corrupt the election process through fraud or interference. Our office will not tolerate either," said United States Attorney Leah B. Foley. "Anyone who attempts to undermine a federal election through criminal conduct should understand that we are prepared to investigate, enforce the law and pursue accountability. The integrity of our elections is not negotiable."

Federal law protects the right of eligible voters to participate in elections free from intimidation, threats, discrimination and unlawful interference. Federal criminal statutes also prohibit various forms of election misconduct, including vote buying, fraudulent voting in federal elections and certain schemes involving voter registration or ballots.

The U.S. Attorney's Office is prepared to review allegations of potential federal election crimes, including:

• Election fraud: Fraudulent voting, vote buying, ballot fraud and other conduct prohibited by federal election laws.
• Voter intimidation and interference: Threats, coercion, harassment or other unlawful efforts to prevent eligible voters from registering, casting ballots or having their votes counted.
• Interference with election administration: Threats or other criminal conduct directed at election officials, election workers or individuals assisting voters in exercising their rights.

Mail-In and Early Voting in Massachusetts

Massachusetts state election officials have confirmed that early in-person voting and mail-in voting will proceed as scheduled under standard state protocols. 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 Portal 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 Portal or by phone at 800-253-3931.