Following California's primary election, federal investigations into potential election fraud have been initiated by Bill Essayli, the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California. Collaborating with the FBI, Essayli aims to conduct a thorough audit of the state's voter rolls, citing vulnerabilities such as the lack of voter ID requirements and the universal vote-by-mail system, which he argues could facilitate undetected fraud. This announcement comes amid claims from President Donald Trump that Democrats are attempting to manipulate the outcomes of key races, including the gubernatorial and mayoral primaries. As of June 5, the election results remain fluid, with Steve Hilton narrowly leading Xavier Becerra, while Tom Steyer trails behind. The slow counting process, which allows for weeks of ballot tallying, has historically led to shifting results, raising public skepticism about the integrity of California's elections. Governor Gavin Newsom's office has responded to misinformation about the electoral process, while concerns persist regarding the transparency of voter roll access.