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Ongoing recounts, legal challenges, and election protests delay certification of several critical races in North Carolina's 2024 election.
- The North Carolina State Board of Elections has certified most 2024 election results, but key races, including a state Supreme Court seat, remain uncertified due to recounts and protests.
- Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs leads Republican Jefferson Griffin by 722 votes in the Supreme Court race, with over 60,000 ballots challenged by Griffin in ongoing disputes.
- Griffin has called for the recusal of a Democratic board member, citing a conflict of interest due to her husband's law firm ties to Riggs' legal representation.
- Five legislative races, including one that could impact the Republican supermajority in the state House, are also undergoing recounts and protests, with results expected in the coming weeks.
- Despite challenges, record voter turnout of 73% was reported, with 5.7 million ballots cast, even after Hurricane Helene caused disruptions in parts of the state.
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