FBI Investigates 2020 Election Records in Arizona, Sparking Renewed Claims of Fraud
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is examining records related to the 2020 election in Arizona, intensifying scrutiny of former President Donald Trump’s unsubstantiated allegations of widespread voter fraud. This development comes as the Justice Department appears to be expanding its investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.
FBI Subpoenas Arizona Senate for Audit Records
The Arizona Senate received a federal grand jury subpoena for records pertaining to its 2021 audit of the 2020 election results in Maricopa County. Senate President Warren Petersen confirmed he complied with the subpoena, stating, “The FBI has the records.” CNBC reported on March 9, 2026.
Trump Continues to Assert Election Was “Rigged”
Following the disclosure of the FBI’s acquisition of the records, Donald Trump reiterated his false claim that the 2020 election in Arizona was “rigged.” When questioned by PBS News’ Liz Landers, Trump responded, “They probably thought the election was rigged, right?” and added, “If you say it wasn’t rigged, you’re a rotten reporter.”
Previous Investigations Found No Evidence of Widespread Fraud
Multiple investigations have consistently failed to uncover evidence supporting Trump’s claims of a stolen election. Even former Attorney General William Barr stated in December 2020, “To date, we have not seen fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election,” according to the Reuters report.
FBI Also Investigating Georgia Election Records
The Arizona investigation is not isolated. The FBI previously seized ballots and other records in Fulton County, Georgia, approximately five weeks prior to the Arizona subpoena, indicating a broader federal inquiry into the 2020 election.
Maricopa County Cooperation
Maricopa County officials have stated they have not yet received any subpoenas directly from the FBI but will cooperate if requested. Votebeat reported that county supervisors and the Recorder’s Office have not been contacted.
Biden Won Arizona in 2020
Joe Biden won Arizona’s 11 electoral votes in 2020, contributing to his victory over Donald Trump in the presidential election.