This week on the Catchup, it's what some say is an attempt to intimidate voters, deter participation, and stoke fears of  voter fraud without actual proof. Hervis Rogers from Texas voted in the 2018 midterms, and 2020 Democratic Primary. Rogers spent time in jail for a burglary in the 90s, and was on parole from 2004 to June 2020. But under Texas law, parolees cannot cast a ballot. So, Rogers was arrested  and charged with two counts of illegal voting, a felony. He was held on $100k bail, and could face up to 40 years in prison (20 for each charge).

But Rogers claims he didn't know he was voting illegally, setting up an interesting legal battle considering state law requires the accused to "knowingly" be voting illegally to be found guilty. But there's an extra layer to this.  Despite voting in the Texas Democratic primary more than a year ago, Rogers was only charged this week as the Texas Legislature discusses bills that could limit voting access.

The Governor has also been critical of - without evidence - widespread voter fraud in the last election. Combine this with the fact that Rogers - who was profiled on national newscasts during the Primary after waiting in line for hours to cast his ballot  - and you critics saying Rogers’ arrest was motivated by politics, not election integrity.

There's a lot to break down, including why Rogers is NOT being charged in the county he voted in, so let's get into it. Join the discussion!

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