Early Voting Begins Amid Political Turmoil

Early in-person voting has commenced in the U.S., with states like Minnesota, South Dakota, and Virginia leading the way. This marks the beginning of a contentious election period marred by political turmoil, including President Biden's withdrawal and an assassination attempt on Republican nominee Donald Trump. Election officials across various states, including Georgia, are facing significant challenges, such as proposed changes to ballot counting procedures that could lead to confusion and delays. In Arizona, a judge ruled that votes for Proposition 140, which seeks to establish open primaries, can be counted despite ongoing legal challenges. Additionally, a Wisconsin referendum proposes changing state constitution wording to specify that only U.S. citizens can vote, a move criticized by the League of Women Voters as a potential limitation on voting rights. Meanwhile, officials in battleground states are combating misinformation about noncitizen voting to ensure election integrity.