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FBI searches office of Ohio group that supports voter registration efforts
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 12, 2026
· 3 min read
CLEVELAND (AP) — FBI agents have searched the office of an Ohio group that supports voter registration efforts, seizing documents and computer files, a board member of the organization said Friday. It’s the latest action by the Trump administration connected to voting or election operations in the s
Key takeaway Federal agents showed up at the Cleveland office of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative on Thursday and spent hours questioning staff, said Prentiss Haney, a board member of the grassroots organization.
Why this matters in The Miami
The FBI's search of the Ohio group's office has implications for Miami's own voting landscape, particularly in communities like Little Havana and Wynwood where voter registration efforts are crucial. As a hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's voters are often targeted by grassroots organizations seeking to expand voting rights. The investigation's focus on potential voter fraud may raise concerns among Miami's voters, who already face unique challenges such as language barriers and limited access to voting information. Miami-Dade County's own voting systems and security measures may also come under scrutiny, given the county's history of election controversies. As the midterm elections approach, Miami's voters will be watching closely to see how this investigation unfolds and whether it will impact their ability to cast their ballots.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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