What to know about poll watchers
Poll watchers have played an integral role in the election process. After the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, watchers were able to monitor elections to help realize the law’s promise of rooting out voting discrimination in places that still sought to suppress Black voters, according to the Brennan Center.
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What poll watchers can do on election day -- and what they can't
Poll watchers are ordinary citizens who volunteer to observe elections on behalf of an organization. Many of them do so on behalf of a specific political party.
New focus on poll watchers as some 2020 election deniers train for roles
Poll watchers from both parties are training to look out for irregularities in the voting process. Ahead of the 2024 election, some people who believe the 2020 election was stolen are training to fill those roles.
What to know about voter intimidation, poll watchers, election challengers in Michigan
"We know threats against poll workers and election (administrators) have increased dramatically since 2020," law professor Quinn Yeargain said.
Three poll watchers take on Teton County’s election
Unlike past years, Teton County’s election had extra sets of eyes on it. Three poll watchers from the Teton County GOP volunteered at the Teton County Community Recreation Center, the Old Wilson Schoolhouse Community Center and Teton County Weed and Pest on Election Day.
You might see election observers at the polls Tuesday. Here's what they can and can't do.
Here's what to know in Wisconsin, whether you're interested in watching the voting take place or a voter wanting to ensure your right to vote is preserved.
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What poll watchers can and can't do
Poll watchers, historically under-the-radar volunteers in the voting process, have come to the forefront in recent elections ...
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GOP Pennsylvania poll watchers admitted after initially being turned away, RNC says
Republican National Committee co-Chair Lara Trump tells "Fox & Friends" that GOP poll watchers are now being admitted into various facilities in Pennsylvania after initially being turned away. RNC ...
'Their Goal All Along': Milwaukee Election Board Sued By RNC Over Poll Watchers
The Republican National Committee on Monday sued the city of Milwaukee, alleging that its election commission unfairly ...
Just how much access do volunteer poll watchers have to voters and secure areas in Georgia?
Georgia law has granted volunteer poll watchers more access. Ultimately it is up to poll managers on site to ensure their presence does not interfere.
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After RNC lawsuit, Milwaukee will not stop poll watchers from having full access to observe voting
The RNC filed a lawsuit Monday against the Milwaukee Elections Commission after the city announced that it would limit the number of poll watchers allowed at certain polling locations on Election Day.
Federal poll watchers will not be allowed in Texas voting sites, Secretary of State says
TEXAS, USA — In response to the U.S. Justice Department announcing that federal poll monitors will be sent to voting sites ...
Republicans sue Milwaukee over late-game limits on poll watchers
The Republican National Committee sued the Milwaukee Election Commission over a city plan to cap the number of poll watchers allowed on Election Day in certain precincts.
Poll watchers: Republicans tout 'deterrence' as election officials fear vigilantism
Distrust in the American election system among Republican voters has inspired a wave of poll watchers purporting to protect ...