The Hamtramck mayoral race has taken a dramatic turn after a recount of 37 disputed absentee ballots favored challenger Muhith Mahmood over the incumbent Adam Alharbi. Initially resolving the election nearly 10 months ago, the counting of these ballots has led Wayne County to declare a new victor. As the situation unfolds, legal challenges are expected as Alharbi contests the recent findings. The 37 ballots, which were found and counted after the election, have underscored the contentious nature of this mayoral contest, prompting discussions on electoral integrity in the city.