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Trump Urges Californians to Reject Mail-In Voting Methods

10/28/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged California voters to avoid mail-in and early voting for the November 4 special election, saying these methods are rigged.
State GOP leaders oppose his stance and encourage early voting.
Trump's push rests on his claims that the 2020 election was stolen.
As of last week, Democrats outpaced Republicans in participation.
GOP leaders warn turnout remains a concern.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump urged California voters to avoid mail-in and early voting for the November 4 special election, saying these methods are rigged.
State GOP leaders oppose his stance and encourage early voting.
Trump's push rests on his claims that the 2020 election was stolen.
As of last week, Democrats outpaced Republicans in participation.
GOP leaders warn turnout remains a concern.