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Tarrant County slashes polling sites ahead of November election

Tarrant County commissioners voted 3-2 to approve a plan reducing Election Day polling sites by 92 from the 2022 count, downsizing to 224 Election Day sites and 47 early-voting sites. Supporters say the plan ensures voters can vote, while voting-rights advocates warn it could limit access, especially in Black and brown communities. The decision followed hours of public testimony and party-line voting; Election Day is Nov. 3 with early voting Oct. 19–30.

via The Texas Tribune|

#elections-2026 #noteextra #politics

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Texas County Faces Backlash Over Plan to Cut Polling Sites Ahead of 2026 Elections

Texas Democrats condemned a plan by Tarrant County commissioners to slash 92 polling sites, dropping from 316 locations in 2022 to about 224 for 2026, warning the move could depress turnout and disproportionately affect minority communities. Republicans argue the changes improve efficiency, while voting-rights groups and several Democratic officials have urged rejection, noting the plan has sparked protests and drew a letter from the Legal Defense Fund, ACLU, and Campaign Legal Center warning of voter suppression.

via News of the United States - NOTUS|

#politics #polling-sites #tarrant-county

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Texas county trims polling sites ahead of midterms, drawing voting-rights backlash

Tarrant County, Texas’ third-most populous county, voted to reduce Election Day polling locations by 92 (about 30% less than 2022), leaving 224 sites for 1.3 million voters. Voters can cast ballots at any site. Republicans approved the plan; Democrats and voting-rights groups say the cuts will disproportionately affect voters of color, especially in Fort Worth and Arlington, while supporters say the move saves money and still provides ample voting options. The measure comes amid a competitive Texas Senate context between James Talarico and Ken Paxton.

via NBC News|

#elections #midterms #politics

politics8 months ago•6 min saved

Bannon backs plan to nationalize elections with federal forces at polling places

Steve Bannon endorsed Donald Trump’s push to nationalize elections, urging ICE to guard polling sites and even calling for Army troops under the Insurrection Act, despite constitutional state control of elections. The proposal drew swift Democratic condemnation and limited GOP support; Trump has floated drastic moves to federalize voting, while Republicans expressed skepticism about federalizing elections.

via Politico|

#donald-trump #elections #insurrection-act

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Bannon Urges ICE at Polling Places Ahead of Midterms, Sparking Election-Fear Debate

Steve Bannon urged immigration agents to surround polling sites for the November midterms, a call echoed by Donald Trump’s push to federalize elections. Elections officials warn that heavy immigration enforcement near polls could intimidate voters, especially in Democratic areas. The remarks come amid ongoing fights over election administration, voter data access, and persistent—but disputed—claims about undocumented voters influencing elections.

via The Guardian|

#bannon #ice #immigration