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A recount confirmed Democratic Justice Allison Riggs’ victory in North Carolina over Republican Jefferson Griffin, who is challenging 60,000 ballots. Griffin’s challenges are based on dubious fraud claims, previously rejected by courts. Democrats are suing to prevent these votes from being discounted.
Recount Confirms Democratic Justice Allison Riggs’ Win, Republican Griffin Challenges 60,000 Ballots
UPDATE: North Carolina Democrats have filed a lawsuit to prevent 60,000 votes from being discounted.
Republican Jefferson Griffin lost to Justice Allison Riggs in North Carolina Supreme Court elections. Riggs won by 734 votes in both initial and recounted results. Griffin is challenging 60,000 ballots, citing fraud with little evidence.
The ballots targeted include those of Riggs’ parents and Dr. Amy Bryant, a notable opponent of NC’s abortion ban.
These ballots are from legally registered voters. Most challenges relate to missing driver’s license or social security data in state databases, a claim previously dismissed in court.
“North Carolinian voters have spoken,” Riggs said. Her campaign manager urged Griffin to concede.
Griffin’s challenges might reach the state Supreme Court, where a Republican majority could overturn the election results.
A Rejected Precedent
Republicans had previously filed a lawsuit to remove 225,000 voters due to similar database discrepancies. However, Judge Richard Myers rejected it, stating that such actions could unjustly disenfranchise voters.
‘I’m Not Going to Stand for Not Having My Vote Counted’
Dr. Bryant, a vocal critic of abortion restrictions, was surprised to find her vote challenged. She insists her vote is valid, having registered in 2011 and consistently voting since.
“I feel powerless,” she said, emphasizing her commitment to civic engagement.
‘Zero Details’
Bryant received a vague notice about the challenge, which seemed like junk mail. The QR code led to a Republican site listing challenged ballots by county.
Despite her attempts, Bryant hasn’t received clarification from Griffin’s campaign.
How to Check if Your Vote is Being Protested
If concerned your vote is challenged, visit the Board of Election website. Search using your county and “incomplete registration.”
For more info, reach out to Griffin or Riggs’ team via their contact emails.
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