NC Supreme Court Orders Counting of Disputed Ballots

The North Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that most of the contested ballots in a disputed Supreme Court seat election must be counted, overturning a prior ruling by the Court of Appeals favoring Republican candidate Jefferson Griffin. The decision affects around 60,000 ballots contested for lacking certain voter registration identifiers, with the court holding the State Board of Elections responsible for registration issues. Some ballots, particularly from military and overseas voters, may be discarded unless voters verify their identity within 30 days. Despite Democratic Justice Allison Riggs's narrow lead, the election remains unresolved as Griffin's challenges persist, mainly targeting ballots from Democratic-leaning areas. The ruling has drawn criticism from both parties, with dissenting opinions noting potential legal and federal law implications.