In a significant pre-election development, several Republican-led states, including Texas and Missouri, are actively blocking the Justice Department from deploying federal monitors at polling places. Texas Secretary of State has stated that election monitors will not be allowed in voting sites across the state, asserting a pushback against federal oversight aimed at ensuring election integrity. Missouri has filed lawsuits to prevent the Justice Department from sending poll monitors, citing concerns of federal interference in state election processes. The ongoing tension raises questions about voting rights compliance and the role of federal oversight in state-run elections.