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Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California' primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California' primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 voters have had their mail-in ballots rejected for California’s June primary election, a sharp spike from previous primaries
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California Faces Spike in Rejected Mail Ballots During June Primary

California Faces Spike in Rejected Mail Ballots During June Primary

In California's June primary, nearly 150,000 mail-in ballots were rejected, marking a significant increase from previous elections. The primary reason for rejection was late-arriving ballots, which accounted for over 93,000 of the disqualified votes. Despite efforts to make voting more accessible, including allowing ballots to arrive up to seven days post-election, issues with postmarks and postal service changes have contributed to the spike. The rejection rate was 1.73%, up from 1.56% in the 2024 primary. Concerns have been raised about postal procedures and their impact on election outcomes, prompting lawmakers to address potential delays in mail processing.
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Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 voters have had their mail-in ballots rejected for California’s June primary election, a sharp spike from previous primaries
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Thousands of California primary mail-in ballots rejected. Here's why

Thousands of California primary mail-in ballots rejected. Here's why

Nearly 150,000 California mail-in ballots were rejected in the June primary, with missing and mismatched signatures driving most of the rejections.
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President Trump's Administration Sued by US States Over Election Fund Conditions

President Trump's Administration Sued by US States Over Election Fund Conditions

A coalition of 25 states, led by Rhode Island, California, Illinois, and New Jersey, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The lawsuit challenges the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) decision to condition disaster-related funds on the adoption of specific election administration practices. The DHS announced that it would withhold 20% of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant awards unless states implement measures such as using hand-marked paper ballots and conducting manual audits of at least 5% of ballots. The states argue that these conditions exceed federal authority, as the U.S. Constitution assigns states the responsibility of administering federal elections.
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Kansas Secretary of State Challenges Court Ruling on Mail Ballot Grace Periods

Kansas Secretary of State Challenges Court Ruling on Mail Ballot Grace Periods

Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab is actively challenging a court ruling that suspended a state law eliminating the three-day grace period for mail ballots postmarked by Election Day. Schwab has filed multiple appeals and emergency motions, arguing that the grace period should be ended before the upcoming August 4 primary elections. The grace period, established in 2017, has been crucial in ensuring that thousands of mail ballots are counted despite postal delays. Voting rights groups argue that eliminating the grace period would disenfranchise voters and violate the state constitution.
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Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late

Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late

A new lawsuit argues that voters in swing state Wisconsin whose absentee ballots haven't arrived by Election Day should be allowed to cast provisional ballots at the polls to ensure their vote is counted
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Republican Hilton tells Californians they can hate Trump but still vote for him in governor's race

Republican Hilton tells Californians they can hate Trump but still vote for him in governor's race

Republican Steve Hilton has kicked off his general election campaign for governor against Democrat Xavier Becerra
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Debunking Common Myths About Insurance in California

Debunking Common Myths About Insurance in California

Debunking Common Myths About Insurance in California
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Imperial Valley Residents Protest Against Data Center Development Amid Environmental Concerns

Imperial Valley Residents Protest Against Data Center Development Amid Environmental Concerns

In El Centro, California, a group of 50 to 75 residents from the Imperial Valley gathered to protest against the development of data centers in their region. This protest was part of a larger National Data Center Protest Day, which saw 142 similar events across the country. The demonstrators voiced concerns over the potential environmental impact of data centers, including threats to the Colorado River water supply, increased pollution, and the preservation of farmland. Protesters carried signs advocating for a ban on data centers, emphasizing the need for clean air and water for future generations. The protest also highlighted issues of surveillance, with some participants using anti-surveillance makeup to oppose the installation of Flock cameras in the area. The protest was fueled by skepticism over a recent Board of Supervisors decision to extend a moratorium on data center development, which some activists believe is not being genuinely enforced.
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Governor Newsom's Strict Return-to-Office Mandate Faces Criticism

Governor Newsom's Strict Return-to-Office Mandate Faces Criticism

California Governor Gavin Newsom has implemented a strict return-to-office mandate requiring state employees to work in the office four days a week. This policy contrasts with more flexible remote work arrangements in other states, including Texas. The mandate has faced opposition from state workers and unions, who argue that remote work has proven effective and beneficial during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these objections, Newsom remains firm on the policy, citing benefits such as community building and collaboration. The mandate affects approximately 108,000 of California's state employees, with some exemptions allowed on a case-by-case basis.
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On This Day: California Surpassed New York in Total COVID-19 Cases

On This Day: California Surpassed New York in Total COVID-19 Cases

California's response to the COVID-19 pandemic was marked by a series of significant events, beginning with the declaration of a state of emergency...