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politics20 days ago•10 min saved

Supreme Court to rule on counting late mail ballots amid grace-period debates

The Supreme Court will decide in Watson v. RNC whether Mississippi’s and similar states’ post-Election Day deadlines for counting mail ballots conflict with federal election laws, potentially affecting 14 states and military/overseas voters using grace periods. The ruling could reshape how late ballots are treated ahead of the November midterms, amid ongoing political battles over mail voting; a decision is expected by late June or early July, which could force states to adjust deadlines and voter education if grace periods are struck down.

via CBS News|

#election-deadlines #grace-period #mail-ballots

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Challenges Mount for Biden's Ballot Placement in Multiple States"

Ohio GOP leaders rejected a plan from Democrats to get President Joe Biden on the November ballot after the party scheduled its convention past a state election deadline. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose warned that Biden is at risk of not making the ballot due to the state's 90-day certification requirement before the election. Democrats proposed provisional certification, but the Attorney General's office stated that this won't work and the law mandates actual certification by August 7. Democrats are left with the options of seeking legislative exemption or suing, as Ohio isn't the only state facing this issue.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

#democratic-party #election-deadlines #joe-biden

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"States Consider Excluding Biden from November Ballot"

Washington, Ohio, and Alabama face conflicts between DNC convention dates and state ballot deadlines, potentially leaving President Biden off the general election ballots. Washington proposes a solution by allowing provisional certification, while Ohio and Alabama's Republican Secretaries of State have warned about enforcing similar state election codes. The Biden campaign is exploring options such as provisional certification, legislative action, litigation, and a virtual nomination to ensure Biden's appearance on the ballots.

via ABC News|

#ballot-access #democratic-national-committee #election-deadlines

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"States Warn of GOP Efforts to Keep Biden Off Ballot"

Republican secretaries of state in Ohio and Alabama have warned that President Biden might not appear on their ballots in November due to the timing of his expected nomination at the Democratic National Convention. Democrats accuse GOP officials of partisan gamesmanship and note that exceptions have been made for Republicans in the past. The Biden campaign is exploring provisional certification and legislative remedies, while also expressing confidence that Biden will appear on the ballot in both states. The lack of a presidential nominee could have damaging implications for Democratic turnout farther down the ballot, especially in Ohio, which is home to a closely watched Senate race.

via The Washington Post|

#ballot-access #democratic-party #election-deadlines

politics2 years ago•11 min saved

Glenn Youngkin's Presidential Aspirations Hang in the Balance

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's potential run for president in 2024 faces significant challenges due to missed candidate-filing deadlines in key early states. While some conservatives have encouraged Youngkin to enter the race as an alternative to Donald Trump, the logistical hurdles of gathering petition signatures and meeting filing requirements pose a significant obstacle. Even if Youngkin were to overcome these challenges, experts believe his chances of winning the nomination are slim, citing the need for experienced staff, donor thresholds, and attention to detail. However, some supporters still see a path for Youngkin based on his personal wealth, blue-state credibility, and the unique circumstances of the 2024 cycle.

via The Washington Post|

#ballot-access #election-deadlines #glenn-youngkin