U.S. Attorney Prepares for Election Integrity in New Hampshire

The U. S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire has announced a comprehensive plan to safeguard the integrity of the upcoming November 3, 2026, General Election.

U. S. Attorney Erin Creegan outlined the measures being taken to ensure a fair and secure voting process for all eligible voters in the state.

Election Integrity Strategic Plan

Assistant United States Attorney Alexander S. Chen has been designated as the Election Officer responsible for overseeing Election Day complaints related to voting rights concerns, threats of violence against election officials, and election fraud. Chen will serve as the primary point of contact for reporting any federal election crimes.

Federal election monitors, led by the U. S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, will be present at various polling places to ensure compliance with federal laws regarding voter registration and eligibility.

The U. S. Department of Justice will collaborate with the New Hampshire Department of Justice and the Secretary of State’s Office to address any issues voters may encounter at polling places.

U.S. Attorney Erin Creegan emphasized the commitment to a free and fair election, stating, "Each election season, our office takes steps to ensure that all Granite State voters who want to cast a ballot can do so without any fear of interference or fraud."

Key Enforcement Priorities

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has identified several key priorities for the 2026 election:

- **Protecting Voter Rights**: Ensuring that all eligible New Hampshire voters can vote free from discrimination, harassment, coercion, or unlawful interference. - **Voter Eligibility and Compliance**: Monitoring compliance with federal laws governing voter registration and eligibility. - **Combating Election Fraud**: Addressing credible allegations of election day ballot tampering, voter impersonation, unlawful interference with polling locations, or fraudulent absentee ballot practices.

Federal law provides protections against crimes such as threatening violence against election officials, intimidating voters, altering vote tallies, and other acts designed to prevent or discourage voting. The Voting Rights Act specifically protects the right of voters to mark their own ballot or to be assisted by a person of their choice if needed.

Reporting Election Irregularities

The public is encouraged to report any potential election fraud, voter intimidation, or unlawful voting activity. Complaints can be directed to:

- **U. S. Attorney’s Office**: Election Officer Alexander S.

Chen can be reached at (603) 545-5152. - **Federal Bureau of Investigation**: Reports can be made via the FBI Tips Portal or local law enforcement. - **U.

S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division**: Complaints regarding voter discrimination can be directed to the Civil Rights Division at 800-253-3931. - **New Hampshire Department of Justice**: Violations of state election laws can be reported to the Election Day Hotline at 866-868-3703.

In the event of possible violence or threats at polling places, individuals are urged to call 911 immediately.

New Hampshire allows same-day registration on Election Day. For more information on registration, identification requirements, and polling locations, voters can visit the New Hampshire Secretary of State’s website.