Michigan Officials Host Town Halls on Election Security

Michigan election officials, including Attorney General Dana Nessel, are hosting town hall meetings to discuss voting security and measures to ensure fair elections, following a report indicating that 77% of voters trust the electoral process. In Sterling Heights, Nessel noted the rarity of voting fraud, citing charges against individuals who double voted due to clerks ignoring system warnings. Meanwhile, in Ellis County, a debate between incumbent Bobby Dreiling and challenger Laura Allen highlighted differing views on election transparency and priorities for the County Clerk position. In Stearns County, voters are invited to open house meetings regarding a proposed Justice Center Project that could involve a 3/8 cent sales tax for construction costs. The project aims to address deficiencies in local jail infrastructure, with funding implications depending on the sales tax's success. Additionally, Oakland County officials are hosting meetings to inform the public about election security measures.