Election

US Appeals Court Rules Against Counting Late-Arriving Election Day Ballots

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Washington, D.C. – A recent ruling by a U.S. appeals court has declared that ballots received after Election Day are illegal. This significant decision could reshape how votes are counted in future elections and is raising concerns about its impact on voter participation and election integrity. The court’s decision was aimed at clamping down on the extended ballot counting periods which had been allowed in some jurisdictions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when mail-in voting surged. The court argued that such practices could leave room for confusion and potential misuse of the electoral process. Judicial … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Virginia’s Voter Roll Purge Ahead of Presidential Election, Citing Legal Violations

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WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Virginia has blocked the state’s attempt to remove a group of individuals from voter rolls after it was determined they had not conclusively proven their U.S. citizenship. The decision to halt the purge comes just before the Nov. 5 election, where Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris are set to compete. Judge Patricia Tolliver Giles ruled that the action violated federal law forbidding large-scale voter purges within 90 days of an election. The controversy began after Governor Glenn Youngkin, a Republican, enacted an executive order on August 7 … Read more

Peninsula Township Grapples with Winery Lawsuit Amidst Election Tensions and Insurance Uncertainty

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Traverse City, Michigan — Peninsula Township in northern Michigan has become the center of a contentious legal dispute involving local wineries, which are suing for what they claim are millions of dollars in lost profits. The township’s approach to the lawsuit, particularly its handling of insurance coverage, has sparked a debate among local officials and candidates about fiscal responsibility and governmental transparency. At the heart of the issue is whether the township should have defended against the lawsuit and the clarity surrounding its liability insurance coverage. Township trustee candidates from the Lou Santucci/Curt Peterson slate, … Read more

Las Vegas Voters Navigate Political Signage at Polling Locations Amid Early Voting for 2024 Presidential Election

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Las Vegas, NV — As the 2024 Presidential Election early voting period gains momentum in Las Vegas, concerns have surfaced regarding the abundant political displays seen outside some polling venues. In particular, the Desert Breeze Community Center in the city’s Southwest Valley has become a focal point for such activities, displaying an array of political signs, booths, and pamphleteers right outside its doors. This has raised questions among voters about the legality and appropriateness of such displays near polling locations. Personal experiences at the polls can significantly shape voter perceptions and feelings of safety. Rose … Read more