McCormick Sues Over Mail-In Ballot Count

David McCormick, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, is suing the Bucks County Board of Elections over its decision to count 405 undated or misdated mail-in ballots in the ongoing election against incumbent Democrat Bob Casey. The lawsuit claims that the ballots are invalid under Pennsylvania law as affirmed by the state Supreme Court. As the race is extremely close, with McCormick leading by a mere 0.43%, a legally mandated recount has been triggered, expected to cost taxpayers over $1 million. The recount must begin by November 20 and conclude by November 26, with results reported by November 27. McCormick's campaign argues that counting these ballots could disenfranchise voters and undermine the election process, while the Bucks County Board maintains its decision aligns with inclusivity for voters. Both parties are preparing for the recount amid ongoing tensions regarding ballot validity and election integrity.