Immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship targeted in Trump administration's illegal voting crackdown

Federal authorities in California have initiated a crackdown on immigrants accused of illegal voting. The operation primarily targets individuals who had previously applied for U.S. citizenship, with many now facing criminal charges for allegedly providing false information on applications or during interviews.

Convictions for illegal voting carry a potential sentence of up to one year in prison. However, those found guilty of lying on citizenship applications face significantly harsher penalties, with potential prison terms reaching up to a decade.