In a significant revelation, Georgia election official Gabriel Sterling has linked a viral video falsely accusing Haitian voters of casting multiple ballots to a Russian disinformation campaign.
The video, shared by an account named “AlphaFox78,” falsely depicts a Haitian immigrant using multiple IDs to vote in Georgia. The video has been widely debunked, with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger condemning it as a targeted attempt to undermine confidence in the electoral process.
Sterling revealed that the video’s creator was paid by Russian actors, intensifying concerns about foreign interference in the 2024 election.
The Details:
• The video claims Haitian immigrants were voting illegally in multiple Georgia counties.
• It was identified as a product of Russian troll farms aiming to disrupt voter confidence.
• Raffensperger and other officials have urged social media platforms to remove the misleading content.
The Quote: Sterling posted the following on X:
“The man who posted the fake Russian video claiming Haitian illegals are voting in Georgia, AlphaFox78, was paid by the Russians. Look forward to those that shared the disinformation apologizing for helping our enemies.”
Why It Matters: This disinformation not only targets the integrity of U.S. elections but also exploits racial and social tensions. The incident is part of a broader effort by foreign actors to sow division and mistrust among Americans as election day approaches.
What’s Next?: Georgia’s Secretary of State’s office and federal agencies are continuing their investigation into the origins of the video. Officials are urging voters to rely on trusted sources for election information and remain vigilant against disinformation.
