Pennsylvania Faces 4,300 Ballot Challenges in Key Swing State

Mass challenges to overseas and mail-forwarded ballots raise concerns about voter disenfranchisement ahead of a pivotal election.

Over 4,000 mail ballot applications across 14 Pennsylvania counties are under scrutiny, primarily affecting overseas voters and those with mail-forwarding addresses.
The Pennsylvania Department of State has labeled these challenges as 'bad-faith' efforts, citing a lack of legal basis and potential voter disenfranchisement.
Key groups involved in filing these challenges include PA Fair Elections and individuals linked to right-wing activism, despite denials of formal involvement.
The challenges could significantly impact the tight presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, with Pennsylvania's 19 electoral votes at stake.
Legal and civil rights groups, such as the ACLU, are urging counties to dismiss the challenges quickly to prevent disruption in the vote counting process.