All articles tagged with #voting irregularities
Trump-aligned Mike Lindell refuses to concede the Minnesota GOP primary after losing to Lisa Demuth, claiming voting irregularities and uncounted ballots, even as Associated Press calls the race for Demuth 43-32. Demuth advances to face Amy Klobuchar in November; Lindell says he will review results and release a statement after further scrutiny of the counting process.
Two Dan Sullivans are running for Alaska’s Senate—incumbent Republican Dan S. Sullivan and challenger Dan J. Sullivan—sparking GOP claims that the lesser‑known candidate is trying to confuse voters and aid Democrat Mary Peltola. There are complaints filed with the FEC and Alaska is investigating; Dan J. Sullivan says his candidacy is legitimate and not coordinated with Democrats.
California's Attorney General Rob Bonta expressed concerns that the Trump administration's plans to deploy federal election monitors in California could be used to challenge the upcoming Nov. 4 election results, citing fears of false reports of voting irregularities and potential interference, especially related to Proposition 50 and redistricting efforts. Bonta warned that such tactics may foreshadow more aggressive actions in future elections, including 2026, and emphasized the importance of accepting election outcomes to uphold democracy.
Pakistanis are awaiting the results of the general and provincial elections, which were marred by an internet blackout and allegations of voting irregularities. The elections, with direct implications for Pakistan's global credibility, saw over 90,000 polling stations and more than 700,000 security personnel. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently in prison, was not on the ballot, with his party accusing the military of excluding him. Three-time Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and the Pakistan People's Party, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, are also notable contenders. Results are expected in the coming days.
The Critics Choice Association (CCA) has demanded its members who also belong to the Hollywood Creative Alliance (HCA) to choose one organization over the other following allegations of HCA misconduct. The CCA board uncovered evidence suggesting that an HCA representative improperly influenced Critics Choice Awards voting, prompting the CCA to implement a new policy prohibiting HCA members from maintaining CCA membership. This move comes in response to concerns about the integrity of the awards programs and follows previous voting irregularities within the HCA.
Serbia's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) declared victory in a snap parliamentary vote, with President Aleksandar Vucic claiming a convincing win. The SNS reportedly won 47.1% of the votes, followed by the Serbia Against Violence coalition with 23%. However, opposition figures and observer groups reported irregularities at voting sites, including physical attacks on observers and the busing in of voters from neighboring Bosnia-Herzegovina. The final results are expected to be reported within 24 hours.