New Georgia Election Rules Raise Concerns Over Potential Chaos

Changes to ballot counting and certification processes prompt fears of interference in upcoming elections.

Georgia's state election board has passed rules allowing local officials to scrutinize and potentially withhold election certifications.
The rules include provisions for hand-counting ballots and reconciling voter check-ins with ballots cast.
Critics argue these measures could delay certification and create confusion, especially in a tight race.
Election officials and experts warn that the new rules may undermine public trust and lead to disputes.
Similar efforts to tighten election oversight are emerging in other battleground states, raising broader concerns.