New Jersey admits 6,600 non-citizens were on New Jersey voter rolls after motor vehicles software error

Key points

• Approximately 6,600 non-citizens were found on New Jersey voter rolls due to motor vehicle software error
• The registration error occurred between 2023 and 2024
• Fewer than 400 non-citizens actually voted illegally
• Rep. Sherrill initiated an investigation into the registration and voting issues
• Governor Murphy disputed Trump's broader election credibility claims despite acknowledging the software error

FAQ

How many non-citizens voted in New Jersey?

Fewer than 400 non-citizens who were illegally registered actually voted. The error placed approximately 6,600 non-citizens on the voter rolls total.

What caused the voter registration error?

A software error in the motor vehicle system led to non-citizens being registered to vote. The error affected registrations during 2023 and 2024.

Who is investigating the issue?

U.S. Representative Sherrill ordered an investigation into how non-citizens were able to register and vote.

What did Governor Murphy say about this?

Governor Murphy acknowledged the software error but stated that Trump has "zero credibility" on election matters, suggesting skepticism of broader election fraud claims.