U.S. Department of Justice Releases Ten Federal Indictments Alleging Noncitizen Voted In 2024 Election
This week, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Ellis Boyle, announced that a federal grand jury indicted 10 noncitizens, including an illegal alien, for illegally voting in the 2024 elections under 18 U.S.C. 611 and 1015.
“Protecting American elections from criminal interference continues to be one of the top priorities of this FBI,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “Today with our Justice Department partners we are announcing arrests and indictments of ten individuals - including one illegal alien and nine non-citizens - who illegally voted in the 2024 election in North Carolina, as alleged. American elections are for American citizens.”
“There is no more important right a citizen possesses above the right to vote. All other rights flow from this Constitutional principle when we the people select our government. Every non-citizen who chooses to illegally vote subverts our constitutional republic, actively canceling out the vote of a law-abiding citizen,” said U.S, Attorney Ellis Boyle. “This is not a victimless crime, quite the opposite. Every voting citizen is a victim every time. These indictments should serve as a stark warning to anyone contemplating voting illegally in our 2026 election: we are watching, we will find you if you do it, and we will prosecute you.”
A federal grand jury in the Eastern District of North Carolina reviewed evidence gathered by the FBI and HSI as presented by federal prosecutors and determined that probable cause existed to return indictments against these ten individuals. Following the indictments, federal agents arrested the defendants.
“The integrity of federal elections is essential to the health of our democracy,” said Reid Davis, the FBI Special Agent in Charge in North Carolina. “Every FBI field office assigns dedicated election‑crimes coordinators because protecting the election process is core to our mission. When questions about voter eligibility arise, we work closely with our state and federal partners to review records, confirm the facts, and ensure election laws are honored. Any violation erodes public trust and dilutes valid votes. When any aspect of our democratic process is threatened, the FBI will act decisively to defend it.”
"The right to vote is one of American citizens' most fundamental rights, and protecting our elections' integrity is a responsibility we take seriously," said acting ICE Director David J. Venturella. "When people illegally cast ballots, they undermine the law and the trust Americans place in our democratic process. These arrests send the message that election laws are not optional, and those who violate them will be held accountable. Working alongside our federal and state partners, we will continue to investigate election fraud and hold offenders accountable."
The indictments allege that all ten falsely claimed to be United States Citizens during the voter registration process and voted in the 2024 General Election. he felony offense of falsely claiming citizenship to vote carries the possibility of up to five years in prison. The Justice Department says this highlights their commitment to ensuring that only citizens vote in American elections. Additionally, the U.S. Attorney’s Office highlighted a recent convicted and separate indictment.
Here is the information from the Justice Department about the ten individuals indicted.
Eduardd Omar Majano Sosa, 22, a native of El Salvador and an illegal alien living in Cumberland County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He registered to vote in 2024 and voted in the 2024 General Election.
Gjina Gojcaj McDonald, 60, a native of the former Yugoslavia and a lawful permanent resident residing in Robeson County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. She registered to vote in 2008 and voted in the 2024, 2022, 2020, 2016, 2012, 2010, and 2008 General Elections, as well as the 2019 Special Election and the 2012 Primary Election.
James Edward Herrmann, 47, a native of Germany and a lawful permanent resident residing in Cumberland County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He registered to vote in 2018 and voted in the 2024 and 2020 General Elections.
Karl Fout, 73, a native of Germany and a lawful permanent resident residing in Cumberland County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He registered to vote in 2008 and voted in the 2024, 2020, 2018, 2016, 2014, 2012, and 2008 General Elections.
Lawton Caswell McKenzie, 46, a native of Jamaica and a lawful permanent resident residing in Wayne County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He registered to vote in 2007 and 2012 and voted in the 2024, 2020, and 2012 General Elections.
Lionel Paul, 62, a native of Haiti and a lawful permanent resident residing in Granville County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He registered to vote in 2024 and voted in the 2024 General Election.
Ludgardys Olena Matthews, 62, a native of Panama and a lawful permanent resident residing in Cumberland County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. She registered to vote in 2009 and voted in the 2024, 2020, and 2018 General Elections, as well as the 2020 Primary Election.
Mervin Sylvester Bogle, 60, a native of Jamaica and a lawful permanent resident residing in Harnett County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote. He registered to vote in 2024 and completed a ballot in the 2024 General Election and voted in the 2012 and 2008 General Elections.
Ramona Abreu-Exia, 71, a native of Germany and a lawful permanent resident residing in Cumberland County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. She registered to vote in 2004 and voted in the 2024, 2020, 2018, 2016, 2012, 2010, 2008, and 2004 General Elections, as well as the 2008 Primary Election.
Robert Harold Corbett, 69, a native of Canada and a lawful permanent resident residing in Wake County, is charged with one count of falsely claiming citizenship to vote and one count of voting by an alien. He voted in 2024, 2016, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998, and General Elections. He registered to vote in 1998.
