RNC Sues Montgomery County Over Untested Ballots

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has filed a lawsuit against Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, alleging that the county began the election process by mailing ballots without completing the legally required logic and accuracy testing of voting equipment. According to the RNC, this testing, mandated by Pennsylvania state law, ensures the integrity of the election by verifying that all voting equipment functions correctly. The lawsuit seeks a preliminary injunction to halt further ballot mailings until testing is completed and requires a hand count of ballots already distributed. In a related effort, the RNC is also petitioning the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to prohibit county boards from notifying voters about defective mail-in ballots, a move that has been criticized as voter suppression by rights groups. The RNC claims this situation undermines trust in the electoral process and emphasizes the need for adherence to testing protocols to ensure electoral integrity. This lawsuit is part of the RNC's broader strategy, with 45 active voting-related lawsuits currently filed.