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Company at center of NJ voter registration scandal has multiple state contracts

Source: New Jersey Monitor · Jul 27, 2026, 7:12 AM

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A New Jersey contractor at the center of a voter registration scandal involving non-citizen registrations has multiple multimillion-dollar state contracts.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has attributed the registration issues to Idemia, the company responsible for voter registration processes.

The revelation raises questions about the company's role in state operations and potential oversight gaps in contractor management.

Key points

  • Idemia is the contractor blamed by Gov. Sherrill for non-citizen voter registration issues
  • The company holds three multimillion-dollar contracts with the state of New Jersey
  • The voter registration scandal has drawn attention to contractor oversight and accountability
  • Non-citizen registration represents a significant election integrity concern
  • The contracts span multiple state agencies and services

FAQ

What is the voter registration scandal involving Idemia?
Gov. Mikie Sherrill blamed state contractor Idemia for allowing non-citizens to register to vote in New Jersey, raising concerns about the company's election administration processes and internal controls.
How many state contracts does Idemia hold?
Idemia has three multimillion-dollar contracts with the state of New Jersey, according to reporting on the scandal.
What questions does this raise about state contracting?
The scandal raises questions about contractor oversight, background verification processes, and whether state agencies adequately monitor companies handling sensitive voter registration responsibilities.

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