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O'Keefe and Higby Charged with Unlawful Voting in Minnesota

O'Keefe and Higby Charged with Unlawful Voting in Minnesota

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ThreatCluster •October 29, 2026 at 09:38 UTC
  • •O'Keefe and Higby charged with unlawful voting and identity theft in Minnesota.
  • •They allegedly used false identities and costumes to mislead poll workers.
  • •Each charge carries up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Conservative activists James O'Keefe and Cam Higby face charges of unlawful voting and identity theft in Minnesota after allegedly using false identities to mislead poll workers during the August 2026 primary election. They recorded their actions in a video intended to expose perceived vulnerabilities in the state's voting laws. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty stated that the men wore costumes and used the names of registered voters without their consent. The charges include felony counts that could lead to up to five years in prison and fines. The incident highlights the importance of election integrity and the consequences of deceptive practices in the electoral process. Both men have not yet entered a plea, and neither is currently in custody. The video remains available on social media, prompting further scrutiny of their actions.

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2026-08-11
Primary election incident
O'Keefe and Higby approached poll workers in costumes, attempting to vouch for identities using false names.
Latimes
2026-10-28
Charges announced
Hennepin County Attorney announced felony charges against O'Keefe and Higby for unlawful voting and identity theft.
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What are the specific charges against O'Keefe and Higby?
They are charged with unlawful voting and identity theft for using false names to mislead poll workers.
What penalties do the charges carry?
Each charge could result in up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
What was the intention behind their actions?
They aimed to expose alleged vulnerabilities in Minnesota's voting laws through their undercover video.