Oregon DMV, secretary of state: 1,259 were mistakenly registered to vote without proving citizenship; nine voted - KTVZ

A serious data processing error at the Oregon DMV has led to 1,259 individuals being registered to vote without providing adequate proof of citizenship. The Oregon Secretary of State's office identified that among these improperly registered voters, nine individuals had a history of voting. This revelation has sparked concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process in Oregon, especially with the upcoming 2024 elections. Both the DMV and the Secretary of State's office are taking this matter seriously and are working to rectify the situation. They are reviewing their processes to prevent similar errors from happening in the future.

This incident underscores the importance of rigorous verification in voter registration to maintain public trust in the electoral system. The state officials aim to reassure voters that steps are being taken to uphold the integrity of the voting process. As the election season approaches, scrutiny over voter registration practices is likely to intensify.