California Attorney General Urges Early Voting Amid Postal Delays Ahead November Special Election

California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley Weber have urged voters to cast their ballots early for the November 4 special election due to recent changes in U.S. Postal Service policies that may delay postmarking of mail-in ballots, particularly in rural areas more than 50 miles from regional postal hubs. Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day to be counted, but mail dropped off on Election Day in affected areas may be postmarked late and thus disqualified. To avoid these issues, voters are encouraged to return ballots via secure drop boxes, vote centers, or in person. Early voting begins October 25 in 29 counties, and all active registered voters will receive mail-in ballots by October 6. Officials emphasized that voting rights are protected, and voters should be vigilant against misinformation and any intimidation efforts. The election centers on Proposition 50, which could add five Democratic congressional seats in response to redistricting in Texas.