Democrat Allison Riggs Takes Slim Lead in North Carolina Supreme Court Race

Riggs edges ahead of Republican Jefferson Griffin as vote counting nears completion amid close scrutiny.

Allison Riggs, a Democrat, now leads by fewer than 70 votes after trailing on election night by approximately 10,000 votes.
The race remains too close to call with a recount likely if the margin stays narrow, as Griffin has until noon Tuesday to request it.
Election officials are finalizing counts of provisional and absentee ballots, which have been pivotal in shifting the lead.
The slow counting process has fueled unfounded claims of election fraud, despite adherence to state-mandated procedures.
The outcome of this race could impact the balance of power in the North Carolina Supreme Court, where Riggs is one of two Democrats.