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Pennsylvania Democrats Accused of Illegal Poll Watcher Recruitment

GOP claims state party's website provided misleading information on poll watcher eligibility, prompting changes.

A rural polling location in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Nov. 8, 2022. (Branden Eastwood/AFP/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Republican National Committee sent a letter to Pennsylvania Secretary of State Al Schmidt highlighting the issue.
  • PA Democrats initially stated poll watchers could be from out-of-state, contradicting state law.
  • State law requires poll watchers to be registered voters in the county they serve.
  • Both parties are actively recruiting volunteers to monitor polling places for the upcoming election.
  • The presidential race in Pennsylvania remains extremely close, with recent polls showing a tie between Trump and Harris.