Republican States Challenge Federal Oversight at Polling Places

Republican-led states like Florida, Texas, and Missouri are resisting the Justice Department's plan to send election monitors to polling places, a practice aimed at ensuring compliance with federal voting laws. Missouri and Texas have filed lawsuits to block federal monitors, citing state laws that restrict who can be present at polling sites. The Justice Department, which has monitored elections for decades, argues that its presence is necessary to protect voting rights, including those of people with disabilities. The issue arises amid a tight presidential race and potential legal challenges to vote counts.