Republican Senate Candidate Questions Voting Rights for Nursing Home Residents
Eric Hovde, endorsed by Donald Trump, sparked controversy by suggesting most nursing home residents shouldn't vote due to their life expectancy, drawing backlash and national attention.
- Republican Senate candidate Eric Hovde questions the eligibility of nursing home residents to vote, citing concerns over their life expectancy.
- Hovde's comments, made during a radio interview, have been met with criticism from various quarters, including Democratic and conservative commentators.
- The controversy arises amid Hovde's bid to unseat Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin, a crucial swing state.
- Hovde, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, emphasizes the need for confidence in the election system but denies supporting Trump's claims of a stolen 2020 election.
- The debate over voting rights for nursing home residents highlights ongoing tensions surrounding election integrity and voter eligibility.
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