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Supreme Court to Decide on Mail-In Ballot Laws and Voting Restrictions

Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR

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The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case challenging whether states can count mail-in ballots received after Election Day, a practice currently allowed in about 20 states, including Mississippi, which is contesting a law that grants a five-day grace period for mail ballots. The case could impact voting procedures and the counting of late-arriving ballots in future elections.

NYC 2025 Mayoral Race: Latest Polls and Election Insights

Originally Published 2 months ago — by PBS

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The New York City 2025 mayoral election features Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, a progressive candidate, facing off against former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa, with key races and ballot measures also on the ballot. Mamdani's campaign has sparked debate within the Democratic Party, and the election results are expected to be closely watched, with vote counting continuing after polls close.

New Jersey Governor Race 2025: Latest Updates and Insights

Originally Published 2 months ago — by NJ.com

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New Jersey's gubernatorial race between Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli is expected to have faster results due to new voting laws allowing mail-in ballots to be counted up to five days before Election Day, marking the first election under this reform, which aims to speed up vote counting and provide clearer results.

Malawi Election Tensions Rise as Parties Claim Victory Amid Unannounced Results

Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News

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Both main candidates in Malawi's presidential election claimed victory, despite the electoral commission not yet announcing official results, as the country awaits the final tally in a closely contested race between President Lazarus Chakwera and challenger Peter Mutharika.

Newsom Seeks Unity Among California Lawmakers Before Trump Era

Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO

As the vote counting continues, Republicans are close to securing a majority in the House with 216 seats, needing just two more. Several races remain uncalled, including tight contests in Iowa, Maine, and California. Notably, California's 21st and 9th districts see Democratic leads, while Republicans hold slight advantages in others. The Pennsylvania Senate race remains contentious, with Sen. Bob Casey not conceding despite a lead by Sen.-elect David McCormick. Meanwhile, some races have been called, including victories for Reps. Dan Newhouse and David Valadao, both of whom voted to impeach Trump.

McCormick Challenges PA Senate Vote Count Amidst Legal Battle

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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In the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race, GOP candidate Dave McCormick declared victory after the Associated Press called the race in his favor, despite over 100,000 ballots still being counted. McCormick, who flew to Connecticut for his daughter's soccer game, faced criticism from incumbent Sen. Bob Casey for his ties to Connecticut. Casey has not conceded, emphasizing the importance of counting all votes. The race remains close, with a potential recount if the margin is 0.5% or lower.

California 2024 Election Results: Harris and Schiff Lead in Projections

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post

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California's vote-counting process is notably lengthy due to the state's large population and voter-friendly policies, which result in millions of ballots needing validation and counting. This extended timeline contrasts with the rest of the country, where election results are typically finalized more quickly.

Tight Pennsylvania Senate Race: Casey vs. McCormick

Originally Published 1 year ago — by WHYY

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Incumbent U.S. Senator Bob Casey remains optimistic about his re-election chances despite trailing GOP challenger David McCormick in the Pennsylvania Senate race. Casey's campaign emphasizes the importance of counting all votes, particularly from Philadelphia, before conceding. As of Wednesday morning, McCormick holds a narrow lead with 49.1% of the votes compared to Casey's 48.3%. Supporters are prepared for a potentially prolonged vote-counting process.

House and Senate Races Hang in Balance Amid Ongoing Vote Count

Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News

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Former President Donald Trump has secured a second term, and Republicans have taken control of the Senate, but the House of Representatives remains undecided with key races still uncalled. Several Senate races, including those in Arizona, Michigan, and Nevada, are too close to call, while numerous competitive House races, particularly in California, are still pending results. The outcome of these races will determine the final control of Congress, with vote counting expected to continue for days or weeks.

AP's Method for Declaring Election Winners Quickly

Originally Published 1 year ago — by PBS NewsHour

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The Associated Press (AP) can declare winners in some states immediately after polls close by analyzing multiple data sources, including AP VoteCast surveys and historical voting trends. This is typically done in uncontested or noncompetitive races where one party has a strong history of winning. The AP ensures not to call competitive races prematurely and waits for sufficient vote counts to confirm outcomes. In states with multiple time zones, the AP waits until all polls have closed before declaring a winner.