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New Jersey identifies software error that registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Scripps News Group , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
New Jersey has identified what it calls a "serious software error" that automatically registered about 6,600 non-U.S. citizens to vote. In a statement, Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the error occurred between June 2023 and June 2024, nearly three years before she took office. "These individuals answer...
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Key takeaway Mikie Sherrill said the error occurred between June 2023 and June 2024, nearly three years before she took office.
Why this matters in The Waco
In Waco, the news of New Jersey's software error registering noncitizens to vote may seem distant, but it resonates with local concerns about election integrity. As McLennan County residents head to the polls, they expect their votes to count and their voices to be heard. The incident in New Jersey serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of robust voter registration systems and the need for transparency in election administration. Locally, election officials must ensure that similar errors do not occur, and that voter rolls are accurate and up-to-date. With the ongoing debate about election reform at the national level, Waco residents will be watching to see how state and local officials respond to the challenge of maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. The incident also highlights the need for continued investment in election security and voter education initiatives in McLennan County.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? New Jersey has identified what it calls a "serious software error" that automatically registered about 6,600 non-U.S. citizens to vote. In a statement, Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the error occurred between June 2023 and June 2024, nearly three years before she took office. "These individuals answer...
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