DHS Investigates Voter Fraud Across Six Ohio Counties

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is conducting an investigation into possible voter fraud across at least six Ohio counties. Beginning January 12, 2026, federal agents requested voter registration forms, voting histories, and driver's license numbers from the Franklin County Board of Elections. The scope of the inquiry expanded from six individuals in January to more than 50 residents by February.

Among the initial six targets, two voted in the 2024 presidential election, while four had their provisional ballots rejected for missing registration deadlines. The Franklin County Board of Elections fulfilled these requests without redacting sensitive information, citing Ohio law and standard practice for law enforcement investigations.

Homeland Security Investigations stated it is working to ensure only American citizens vote in elections and is actively rooting out fraud. While the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Ohio declined to confirm the existence of a specific investigation, the activity suggests a broader federal effort to monitor voter data across the state.