Trump highlights report of FBI smashing voter fraud ring in California

ByRichard Miniter

First Published: October 19, 2026, 10:09 AM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump highlighted a report claiming that federal authorities dismantled a massive voter fraud ring in California. The post amplified allegations of election interference in the state by mentioning the source (see nypost).

Here is the full post on truthsocial: “FBI smash huge voter fraud ring in California — days after feds issued ultimatum to state: https://nypost.com/2026/10/19/us-news/fbi-smash-huge-california-voter-fraud-ring-in-los-angeles-days-after-feds-issued-ultimatum-to-state/” on October 19, 2026 at 10:01 AM ET.

This is Trump’s 10th message released today, and the last post was 47 minutes ago, and it is not part of a thread. On average, Trump produces 17 posts per day since his inauguration on January 20, 2025. The move fits a broader pattern in Trump’s recent messaging, with 98 of his 613 posts over the last 30 days classified as Elections posts.

President Donald J. Trump highlights a report at Washington D.C.

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The social media message directed followers to a news article detailing the alleged federal law enforcement action in Los Angeles. Trump elevated the coverage of the purported ultimatum given to state officials by mentioning the source (see nypost).

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