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politics5 hours ago

Supreme Court opens door to more election challenges with absentee-ballot ruling

The Supreme Court, in a 7-2 decision authored by Chief Justice Roberts, revived Republican Rep. Michael Bost’s challenge to Illinois’ rule allowing mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within two weeks. The court held that candidates have a concrete interest in how votes are counted, potentially broadening standing for election-rule challenges and signaling more post-election litigation; lower courts had dismissed the suit for lack of standing. Dissenters warned the ruling could destabilize elections by inviting chaos and more lawsuits after contested elections.

via CNN|
#absentee-ballots#election-law#politics
politics6 months ago

Investigation Reveals Neglect of Absentee Ballots in Madison Election Office

A Wisconsin Elections Commission investigation found that former Madison City Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl unlawfully failed to ensure nearly 200 absentee ballots were counted in the 2024 presidential election, neglecting urgent action and proper tracking, which led to her resignation and new procedural reforms in Madison.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#absentee-ballots#ballot-counting#election-security
politics1 year ago

Audit Reveals 20 Absentee Ballots Discarded in Tight Minnesota House Race

In a close Minnesota House race, Scott County officials revealed that 20 absentee ballots were likely accidentally discarded, casting doubt on the election results where DFL Rep. Brad Tabke narrowly won by 14 votes. The GOP plans to challenge the outcome in court, arguing the missing ballots could affect the result. The ballots, accepted in October but not counted, were likely thrown away and are unlikely to be recovered. The court proceedings could lead to a special election if the challenge is successful.

via MPR News|
#absentee-ballots#election#house-race
politics1 year ago

Tammy Baldwin Wins Third Term in Tight Wisconsin Senate Race

Democratic U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin declared victory in the Wisconsin Senate race after absentee ballots from Milwaukee gave her a nearly 16,000-vote lead over Republican Eric Hovde. With 97% of precincts reporting, Baldwin had 49.2% of the vote compared to Hovde's 48.7%. Baldwin's win would mark the first time since 1968 that a Wisconsin Senate candidate won while the opposing party's presidential nominee carried the state. The race saw over $240 million spent on ads, with Baldwin's campaign maintaining a slight spending advantage overall.

via WisPolitics.com|
#absentee-ballots#election-results#eric-hovde
politics1 year ago

Milwaukee Recounts 30,000+ Ballots Due to Human Error, Delaying Results

Milwaukee election officials are recounting over 30,000 absentee ballots due to improperly sealed ballot tabulator doors, a move described as a precautionary measure to ensure transparency. The recount, attributed to human error, is delaying the reporting of around 105,000 absentee ballots, which could impact the outcome of the Wisconsin race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

via PBS NewsHour|
#absentee-ballots#election#human-error
politics1 year ago

Milwaukee to Recount 30,000 Absentee Ballots After Tabulation Error

Milwaukee is rerunning about 31,000 absentee ballots due to a sealing error with tabulation machines, potentially delaying results by up to three hours. The error, attributed to human oversight, led to concerns from the Republican National Committee about election security. The decision to rerun the ballots was made to ensure transparency and maintain election integrity, with no evidence of machine compromise. The delay highlights ongoing challenges in election administration, particularly in key swing states like Wisconsin.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#absentee-ballots#election-integrity#milwaukee
politics1 year ago

Understanding 'Red Mirage' and 'Blue Shift' in 2024 Election Results

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election unfolds, early results may not accurately predict the final outcome due to varying state rules on absentee ballot processing and differences in reporting times between urban and rural areas. Key battleground states like Arizona, Nevada, and Pennsylvania have different timelines for counting mail-in votes, which can lead to shifts in candidate standings as the night progresses. Urban areas, often Democratic strongholds, may report results later than rural areas, potentially skewing early perceptions of the race.

via CBS News|
#2024-elections#absentee-ballots#battleground-states
politics1 year ago

Georgia Judge Upholds Weekend Ballot Returns Amid GOP Challenges

The Republican National Committee has filed a federal lawsuit against several Democratic-leaning counties in Georgia, including Fulton County, for allowing weekend absentee ballot returns, claiming it violates state law and the Constitution's Equal Protection Clause. This legal action follows a state judge's decision favoring Fulton County, which argued that the law in question pertains to drop boxes, not hand-delivered ballots. The lawsuit is part of a broader legal battle over mail ballots in key swing states.

via The Hill|
#absentee-ballots#election-law#georgia
politics1 year ago

"Federal Appeals Court Upholds Ban on Counting Undated Pennsylvania Mail-In Ballots"

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a Pennsylvania law stating that mail-in ballots with missing or incorrect dates are invalid, overturning a lower court's decision. This decision comes after a series of legal battles and conflicting rulings regarding the validity of such ballots. The ruling is seen as a victory for election integrity and voter confidence, with the Republican National Committee praising the decision.

via The Federalist|
#2020-presidential-election#2022-midterm-elections#3rd-circuit-court-of-appeals
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Former Milwaukee Election Deputy Convicted in Absentee Ballot Fraud Case"

Kimberly Zapata, a former Milwaukee election official, was found guilty of misconduct in public office and making false statements to obtain absentee ballots for three fake names ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. Zapata claimed she did it to expose a flaw in the state election system and to draw attention away from election fraud claims made by a Republican state representative. The jury rejected her defense and found that she had committed election fraud. Sentencing is scheduled for May 2.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#absentee-ballots#crime-and-justice#election-fraud
politics1 year ago

"Alabama Enacts Sweeping Anti-DEI Legislation"

Alabama lawmakers have approved two controversial bills, one targeting absentee ballot applications and the other restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at universities and state agencies. The absentee voting bill would outlaw pre-filled absentee ballot applications and make it a misdemeanor to distribute them, while the DEI bill would prohibit programs and events based on race, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, or sexual orientation. Republicans argue the bills are necessary to combat voter fraud and prevent programs that "deepen divisions," while Democrats and advocacy groups view them as attempts to suppress voting and roll back affirmative action programs.

via NPR|
#absentee-ballots#alabama#diversity
politics1 year ago

"Democrats' 2024 Election Law Shenanigans Unveiled"

Democrats in the Minnesota House of Representatives have introduced a bill, HF 3447, to expand absentee ballot laws by requiring temporary voting locations on college and university campuses, arguing that it would remove barriers to participation for young adults. Republicans push back, stating that current laws already allow equal opportunity for college students to vote and that the bill would be an unfunded mandate for counties. Critics also argue that the bill is biased against Republican voters and could increase costs for counties. The House Elections Committee voted to put HF 3447 to a floor vote on a Democrat party-line voice vote.

via Daily Caller|
#absentee-ballots#democrats#election-laws
politics1 year ago

"Rapid Changes Ordered for Wisconsin Absentee Ballot Rules"

A Wisconsin judge has ordered the state elections commission to implement a ruling allowing election clerks to accept absentee ballots with partial witness addresses, potentially expanding the number of counted ballots in the battleground state. The ruling comes amid ongoing legal battles over absentee ballot rules, with the judge emphasizing the need to move quickly ahead of upcoming local and presidential elections. The decision is expected to impact the handling of absentee ballots in Wisconsin's upcoming elections, with potential implications for ballot curing practices and the acceptance of ballots with missing witness address information.

via The Associated Press|
#absentee-ballots#court-ruling#elections-commission
crime2 years ago

Iowa Official's Wife Convicted of 52 Counts of Voter Fraud

A woman in Iowa has been convicted by a federal jury for orchestrating a voter fraud scheme during the 2020 primary and general elections. Kim Phuong Taylor fraudulently generated votes for her husband in the primary election and later engaged in ballot fraud during the general election. She submitted false voter registrations, absentee ballot requests, and absentee ballots, often without the voters' permission. Taylor was convicted on multiple counts of providing false information, fraudulent registration, and fraudulent voting. She faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison for each count.

via Department of Justice|
#absentee-ballots#crime#federal-jury