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Pro-Trump Georgia Election Board Approves Hand-Counting Rule in 3-2 Vote for November

Sep 20, 2024, 04:53 PM

The Georgia State Election Board, with a pro-Trump majority, has approved a controversial 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, potentially delaying the reporting of results by weeks if not months. The rule has sparked significant criticism, with opponents arguing it could lead to chaos, increased costs, and inaccuracies. The Georgia Attorney General's office has also issued a warning that the rule changes may exceed the board's authority and violate state law. The rule change comes just weeks before early voting is set to begin in this critical battleground state, raising concerns about its implementation and the potential for legal challenges. Proponents argue that the measure is a victory for election integrity.