Results for: Absentee Ballots

Milwaukee officials are conducting a recount of over 30,000 absentee ballots in Wisconsin, a crucial battleground state, due to tabulation issues, causing delays in reporting the state’s election results. The recount stems from discovered problems with 13 tabulator machines, which were either missing their seals or improperly secured. The move, made in consultation with both Republican and Democratic officials, aims to ensure accuracy and transparency, even though it will likely extend the timeline for final results.

The Georgia Republican Party has threatened to sue Fulton County, a Democratic stronghold, over its decision to extend election office hours this weekend for voters to hand-return absentee ballots. The GOP argues that the move violates state law, while Democrats maintain it’s a legitimate way to accommodate voters. This comes amidst ongoing tensions over election procedures in the crucial battleground state.

The Michigan Department of State is sending postcards to millions of households with essential voting information for the upcoming August 6 Primary and November 5 General Elections. The postcards outline the various voting methods available, including absentee ballots, early voting, and Election Day voting.