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Investigation Launched into Weston County Clerk's Election Misconduct

10/24/2025

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Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock faces scrutiny over her handling of the 2024 election, with complaints alleging a false post-election audit and defiance of a legislative subpoena.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon initiated an investigation due to Hadlock's history of significant vote miscounts from ballot errors.
Although Gordon acknowledged her mistakes, he previously opted against her removal, citing no malicious intent.
A legislative committee is now considering criminal charges for her noncompliance and has proposed new legislation to address election audit violations.
The outcome of the investigation remains pending.

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Story summary

Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock faces scrutiny over her handling of the 2024 election, with complaints alleging a false post-election audit and defiance of a legislative subpoena.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon initiated an investigation due to Hadlock's history of significant vote miscounts from ballot errors.
Although Gordon acknowledged her mistakes, he previously opted against her removal, citing no malicious intent.
A legislative committee is now considering criminal charges for her noncompliance and has proposed new legislation to address election audit violations.
The outcome of the investigation remains pending.