Trump says China stole 220 million U.S. voter files in largest election data breach

Trump says China stole 220 million U.S. voter files in largest election data breach

Trump newly declassified documents released by the White House allege China acquired names, addresses, phone numbers and party preferences starting in the 2020 election cycle, according to the administration.

Richard Miniter
First Published: July 17, 2026, 6:19 PM ET

Donald Trump said China carried out the largest compromise of U.S. election data in history, seizing 220 million voter files.