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Former Republican Candidates Arrested in Indiana for Ballot Theft

Multiple former Republican candidates in Indiana, including a congressional candidate, have been arrested and charged with stealing election ballots. Authorities report that security footage captured one candidate stuffing ballots into his pocket during a voting machine test. The accusations also include actions by Republican committeemen who are charged with removing and improperly handling test ballots. The series of arrests has sparked controversy, with one candidate claiming political motivations behind his charges. Prosecutors are treating these incidents as serious offenses, indicating a broader investigation into election integrity in the region.
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