Close Races Persist After Election Day

Several tight races across the U.S. have emerged following the recent elections, prompting potential recounts and heightened voter engagement. In North Carolina, Associate Justice Allison Riggs and Republican Jefferson Griffin are nearly tied, with a recount likely as their margin is within 10,000 votes. Meanwhile, in Colorado Springs, a narrow seven-vote lead for Republican Rebecca Keltie over incumbent Democrat Stephanie Vigil mandates a recount due to state law. In Washington State, Sal Mungia leads Dave Larson by 22,000 votes, with calls for voters to ensure their ballots are counted, as about 39,500 challenged ballots remain. Additionally, in Peoria County, Democrat John Spears holds a slim 55-vote lead over Republican Frank Ierulli, while Oregon's House District 22 race is also too close to call, with only a 138-vote separation between candidates. These closely contested races highlight the significant impact of every vote and the importance of addressing ballot challenges promptly.