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News in English (USA) / 04.11.2024 / 22:00

Challenges to Mail-In Ballots in Pennsylvania Spark Controversy

In Pennsylvania, a wave of challenges to mail-in ballot applications has emerged across several counties, leading to significant scrutiny and skepticism. Right-wing activists have targeted nearly 4,000 mail-in voters, claiming issues related to non-residency and changes in the U.S. Postal Service’s address database. Hundreds of challenges have been reported in numerous counties, with election officials in Chester and Cumberland, among others, rejecting many of them. The efforts have ignited debate about the integrity of the voting process, particularly concerning challenges to overseas ballots. Critics argue that these challenges are legally baseless and undermine the democratic process. The situation continues to evolve as election day approaches, raising concerns about voter disenfranchisement.
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