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Louisiana Election Fraud Charges | Lafayette Louisiana News
Two Louisiana figures face federal charges for allegedly helping a non-citizen vote in last year’s mayoral race—Bridget Johnson, a mayoral candidate, and Michael Wedderburn. Authorities say Johnson submitted Wedderburn’s voter registration in July 2024, and he cast ballots in both a federal election and the local race on November 5 of that year. The Attorney General warns that tampering with elections is unacceptable and will be prosecuted. Johnson could face up to five years; Wedderburn, up to one. The FBI and Louisiana Secretary of State collaborated on the case, underscoring how seriously…
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