Fact Check: Did Sherrod Brown’s immigration votes cause a fatal Ohio crash?

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Claimant: National Republican Senatorial Committee


Claim: A fatal Ohio crash happened because “Sherrod Brown opened our borders to dangerous illegals.”


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: The driver involved in the fatal crash was a naturalized U.S. citizen, not an immigrant living in the country illegally. No evidence was found connecting Sherrod Brown’s immigration votes to the crash.


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Date: 09/04/2026


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Last Updated on September 4, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check