Ahead of Wyoming’s August 18th, 2026, Primary Election, U.S. Attorney Darin Smith announced a coordinated effort with federal law enforcement is underway to safeguard the federal election process.
The message from the U.S. Attorney’s Office is clear: Federal authorities are monitoring the voting process to guarantee compliance with federal voting laws and ensure that only U.S. citizens participate.
"The right to vote is a fundamental pillar of our democracy," said U.S. Attorney Darin Smith. "We encourage every eligible citizen to take part in the upcoming election, and we are working directly with our law enforcement partners and election officials to ensure fairness and protect lawful participation. If you are not a U.S. citizen and you vote or attempt to vote, we will prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law!"
The U.S. Attorney’s Office reminds the public that federal laws protect voters from intimidation, disruption, and fraud at the polls. Residents can report potential federal election crimes or voting rights violations directly to the Department of Justice or local law enforcement.
Members of the public who believe they have information regarding possible election fraud or unlawful voting activity may contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or submit tips online through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center at http://www.tips.fbi.gov/
Learn more about the Voting Rights Act and other federal voting laws at the DOJ Voting Section website.
Source: U.S. Attorney’s Office — Wyoming — U.S. Department of Justice press release.