Summary
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled against the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) attempt to block the state’s mail-in ballot “curing” process, which allows election officials to notify voters of mistakes on their ballots and permit them to make corrections. This ruling is significant as it maintains procedures that aim to enhance voter participation, particularly in a crucial battleground state for the upcoming presidential election.
The RNC’s lawsuit was dismissed on procedural grounds, as the court determined it was filed too close to the election, which is set for November 5, 2024. This legal defeat is part of a broader strategy by the RNC, which has been involved in over 120 voting-related lawsuits across various states, claiming to restore integrity in elections. Critics argue that such lawsuits may serve to suppress voter turnout, particularly among Democratic voters, by creating barriers to voting. The decision reflects ongoing tensions surrounding mail-in voting, a practice that surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains a contentious issue in U.S. elections.
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