Michigan Officials Charged Over 2020 Election Data Breach

Former township clerk and lawyer face serious legal repercussions for unauthorized access to voter information, highlighting ongoing election integrity issues.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has charged former Adams Township Clerk Stephanie Scott and attorney Stefanie Lambert with multiple felonies related to the 2020 election.
The charges include unauthorized access to a computer, using a computer to commit a crime, and conspiracy, amid allegations of tampering with election equipment.
Both individuals have previously promoted conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election results, challenging the legitimacy of Joe Biden’s victory.
The legal actions in Michigan are part of a broader national effort to address and penalize breaches of election security by former election officials and their associates.
This case underscores the challenges of maintaining electoral integrity and the consequences of undermining public trust in democratic processes.