Akeel Abdul Jamiel, Illegal Voting, New York 2020

Akeel Abdul Jamiel Charged with Illegal Voting in New York

ALBANY, NEW YORK – Akeel Abdul Jamiel, a 45-year-old Iraqi man, has been charged with illegally voting in the 2020 election in Saratoga County, New York.

According to an information filed in federal court, Jamiel voted in the November 2020 election, despite not being a United States citizen. The charge in the information is merely an accusation, and Jamiel is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III stated, ‘As alleged, Jamiel’s voting in the 2020 election was a callous and illegal act. We will continue to investigate and prosecute illegal schemes aimed at corrupting the election process.’

FBI Special Agent in Charge Craig L. Tremaroli stated, ‘Election security is and will continue to be one of the FBI’s highest national security priorities. Americans have a right to expect free and fair elections and the FBI is committed to working with our partners to seek justice for anyone trying to interfere with the democratic process.’

HSI Special Agent in Charge Erin Keegan stated, ‘This defendant’s alleged crimes are an insult to the democratic process and demonstrate his blatant disregard for the sanctity of American constitutional rights. I commend HSI Albany and our law-enforcement partners for their success in this unified effort.’

The charge filed against Jamiel carries a maximum term of 1 year in prison and a fine of up to $100,000. A defendant’s sentence is imposed by a judge based on the particular statute the defendant is charged with violating, the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other factors.

The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) assisted in this investigation.

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