The Georgia State Election Board, now with a Republican majority, is pushing through controversial new rules that may complicate election certification ahead of the November elections, raising concerns among voting rights advocates. Critics argue that the changes, which come less than two months before Election Day, could jeopardize voter confidence and the electoral process. In Alabama, a competitive congressional race is emerging in the newly redrawn 2nd District, which aims to enhance Black voter representation following a Supreme Court ruling. Democrat Shomari Figures and Republican Caroleene Dobson are vying for the seat, with both candidates believing the race remains competitive despite the district's Democratic lean. Additionally, Alabama's legislature is witnessing a partisan divide on election reform, with Republicans advocating for measures to strengthen election integrity and Democrats focusing on improving voter accessibility. Recent bills, including one mandating post-election audits, reflect this ongoing split in priorities among state lawmakers.