Georgia Election Board Approves Hand-Counting Ballots in 3-2 Vote, Sparking Delay Concerns

Sep 20, 2024, 04:10 PM

The Georgia State Election Board has approved a new rule requiring all ballots to be hand-counted in the upcoming November election. The decision, passed with a 3-2 vote, mandates that election workers hand count ballots on election night. Critics argue that this move, spearheaded by a pro-Trump majority, could lead to significant delays in reporting results, potentially extending the process by weeks or even months. Voting rights advocates and some state officials have raised concerns about the increased risk of errors and the potential for chaos. The Georgia Attorney General has issued a warning that the rule changes might exceed the board's authority and violate state law. Legal challenges are expected as a result of this decision.