Top Election Official in Key Nevada County Takes Stress Leave Weeks Before Election

Washoe County's interim registrar steps down amid mounting pressure, leaving uncertainty over election operations.

Interim Registrar of Voters Cari-Ann Burgess has taken a stress-related leave of absence in Washoe County, Nevada.
Washoe County is crucial for the upcoming presidential election, with recent polls showing a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
The county's election office has faced continuous pressure from conspiracy theorists since Trump's 2020 loss.
Burgess' duties have been reassigned to Deputy Registrar Andrew McDonald, with additional support from county staff and the Nevada Secretary of State's office.
The county has experienced high turnover in its election office, with previous registrars resigning due to threats and stress.