Migrant’s Scheme Uncovered: Shocking Crimes Revealed in Alabama

A Guatemalan migrant has pleaded guilty to identity theft and voting fraud in Alabama, revealing a fragile breach in the electoral process.

At a Glance

Angelica Maria Francisco, an undocumented immigrant, used a U.S. citizen’s identity to vote and obtain passports.
She has agreed to plead guilty to charges including voter fraud, aggravated identity theft, and false statements.
She used the false identity to vote in the 2016 and 2020 elections.
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen emphasizes the need for voter integrity and proof of citizenship.

Migrant’s Illegal Activities Unveiled

Angelica Maria Francisco, an undocumented immigrant from Guatemala, has been charged with fraudulent assumption of a U.S. citizen’s identity. She used this false identity to vote in multiple elections and secure several U.S. passports. Francisco’s illegal activities were uncovered during investigations by the Department of State Services (DSS) and local Alabama law enforcement agencies.

Her actions included registering to vote and casting votes in the 2016 and 2020 elections in Alabama. Additionally, she used her fraudulently obtained passport for international travel to Guatemala in 2012, 2015, 2018, and again in 2022. The investigation revealed that she renewed the fake passport in 2021, continuing her unlawful activities.

Charges and Legal Proceedings

Francisco faces charges of false claims of citizenship, false statements in passport applications, use of a fraudulently obtained passport, and aggravated identity theft. She has agreed to plead guilty to all charges, with a court date soon to be set for the official plea.

“I want to thank the U.S. State Dept & the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of AL for their diligent efforts in investigating and charging this individual. We will continue to assist law enforcement in every way possible as they prosecute individuals who vote illegally in our elections to the fullest extent of the law.” – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen

Francisco has admitted to using the false identity since around 2011. She was found to have registered to vote in Alabama in 2016 and actively participated in the electoral process without lawful status. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Brett A. Janich, who expressed the importance of maintaining the integrity of the U.S. electoral system.

Calls for Increased Vigilance

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen highlighted the need for vigilant enforcement to ensure only eligible American citizens can participate in elections. He pointed to Executive Order 14019, signed by President Biden, which requires state agencies to send voter registration information without citizenship verification procedures. This, he argues, provides a loophole for illegal voter registrations and a mechanism for non-citizens to vote.

Allen’s concerns are buttressed by conservative lawmakers like Rep. Ralph Norman, who supports the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act aimed at requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. This legislative push reflects a wider call from conservative circles to maintain electoral integrity and prevent unlawful voting activities.

An illegal migrant from Guatemala has been federally charged in Alabama for illegally voting in multiple elections. Angelica Maria Francisco intends to plead guilty to all the charges, according to the DOJ. Read: https://t.co/LGfUEFbTgt

— Andy Ngo 🏳️‍🌈 (@MrAndyNgo) September 9, 2024

Broader Implications and Related Cases

This case is one among several that illustrate the challenges of both immigration enforcement and election security. Notably, Guatemalan national Abel Castillo-Monrroy was sentenced to three months in prison and immediate deportation for fraudulent use of a social security number and improper entry into the U.S.

These incidents underscore the ongoing need for policymakers to focus on safeguarding both the immigration system and electoral process against similar violations. Secretary Allen’s call for stricter verification protocols reflects a shared concern among conservative voices that prioritizing the integrity of elections is paramount for the nation’s democratic health.