Texas Early Voting Faces Long Lines and Slight Turnout Decline

Despite isolated issues and reduced early voting period, election officials maintain confidence in voting systems.

Texas has seen a slight decrease in early voting turnout compared to the 2020 presidential election, with 15.1% of registered voters participating so far.
Election officials have addressed isolated voting issues, including a reported ballot discrepancy in Tarrant County, by encouraging voters to review their selections.
Long lines have been reported across several counties, with some voters experiencing wait times of up to three hours in Bexar County.
Voting rights activists have noted a slight increase in calls to their hotline, with concerns ranging from voter registration problems to long wait times.
Republican voters appear to be turning out in greater numbers than Democrats during early voting, potentially signaling a favorable trend for the GOP.