Ballots

Minnesota Election Official Faces Charges for Allegedly Allowing Unregistered Voters to Cast Ballots

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Minneapolis, MN — A Minnesota election judge faces two felony charges after allegedly permitting eleven individuals who were not registered to vote to cast ballots in an election. The incident has sparked concerns about election integrity and the enforcement of voting regulations. The judge, whose name has not been disclosed, was charged with election misconduct and unauthorized performance of duties. According to prosecutors, the alleged infractions could undermine public trust in the electoral process, which relies on strict adherence to established voter registration laws. During the election, the judge reportedly allowed the individuals in question … Read more

McCormick Takes Legal Action on Provisional Ballots Amid Tight Senate Race with Casey in Pennsylvania

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Philadelphia, PA — In a close and contentious fight for the U.S. Senate seat, Republican Dave McCormick has taken legal action against the Philadelphia Board of Elections and three city commissioners regarding the handling of provisional ballots. McCormick’s move reflects the razor-thin margin in his race against incumbent Democratic Sen. Bob Casey, signaling the high stakes and uncertainty surrounding the final vote count. As the battle continues, with 98% of precincts reporting, McCormick holds a slim lead of just 0.5%. His lawyer stated that while one of the two legal challenges was dismissed, another that … Read more

Georgia Judge Dismisses Republican Effort to Prohibit Hand-Delivered Mail-In Ballots

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Atlanta, GA — A Georgia judge recently issued a ruling against an initiative led by a group of Republican activists who sought to prohibit the return of mail ballots by hand delivery to election authorities. The lawsuit was an attempt to enforce stricter control over the handling of ballots, arguing that such measures were necessary to ensure election integrity. The plaintiffs contended that allowing ballots to be returned by hand could lead to potential election fraud and mismanagement. However, the judge found insufficient evidence to support the claims that this method of returning ballots posed … Read more

Court Decides Late-Arriving Postmarked Ballots Won’t be Counted in Future Elections

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In a pivotal decision that might reshape the handling of mail-in ballots, a recent court ruling determined that ballots received after the designated deadline will not be counted, even if they are postmarked on or before election day. This ruling has sparked a vast array of reactions across political and public spectrums, emphasizing the ongoing debates over voter access and election integrity. The discussion on whether ballots that arrive post-deadline should qualify for tabulation has been a contentious issue, particularly in light of the increased reliance on mail-in voting during recent election cycles. Advocates for … Read more