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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 28, 2026Miami-Dade

Wyoming Attorney General investigates U.S. Department of Justice poll monitoring during primary

The Wyoming Attorney General is investigating the conduct of two U.S. Department of Justice officials who monitored poll workers and observed voters during the August 18 primary election in the state's most populous county. The investigation was initiated following a request from Republican Governor Mark Gordon.

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Why It Matters

The investigation examines the scope and authority of federal officials monitoring local election administration and voter interactions in Wyoming.

Key Facts

  • The Wyoming Attorney General is investigating the activities of two U.S. Department of Justice officials.
  • The officials monitored poll workers and observed voters during the Aug. 18 primary.
  • The investigation focuses on the state's most populous county.
  • The investigation was requested by Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon.

Who's Mentioned

personMark Gordon“Governor of Wyoming”personKeith Kautz“Wyoming Attorney General”locationLaramie County“Site of the primary election monitoring”organizationU.S. Department of Justice“Federal agency that deployed election monitors”organizationWyoming Attorney General“The office conducting the investigation.”personChuck Gray“Wyoming Secretary of State”personDarin Smith“U.S. Attorney for Wyoming”personDebra Lee“Laramie County Clerk”