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Federal Lawsuit Challenges 65,000 Ballots in NC Election

4/17/2025

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A federal lawsuit in North Carolina is shaking up the Supreme Court election as Republican Jefferson Griffin contests the legitimacy of 65,000 ballots, citing registration errors. In response, the State Board of Elections has mandated that 1,675 voters, mostly military personnel from Guilford County, present photo ID within 30 days to secure their votes.

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A federal lawsuit in North Carolina is shaking up the Supreme Court election as Republican Jefferson Griffin contests the legitimacy of 65,000 ballots, citing registration errors. In response, the State Board of Elections has mandated that 1,675 voters, mostly military personnel from Guilford County, present photo ID within 30 days to secure their votes.