Young Woman Charged for Voting as Alien | Wichita News

A 24-year-old Peruvian national from Wichita, Mariana Alexandra Dewey, faces federal charges for voting in the 2024 election despite not being a U.S. citizen—accused of falsely claiming citizenship to cast a ballot for president, vice president, Senate, and House. The Department of Justice is sending a clear message: only eligible citizens should vote, and violations carry serious consequences. Dewey, indicted on charges including fraudulent election conduct and voting as an alien, is set to appear before a magistrate judge this Monday. With elections looming, this case underscores the nation’s commitment to election integrity and the legal consequences of undermining it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f72e35b6ac6a2443