The president had summoned the lawmakers to the White House, and his play for Michigan was among a series of last-ditch tactics in battleground states that his team is using to challenge his defeat.
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Georgia must finish hand tally of presidential race today
The hand count is meant to ensure that the state’s new election machines accurately tabulated the votes and isn’t expected to change the overall outcome, state election officials have repeatedly said.
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Twitter says it flagged 300,000 tweets for election disinformation
The election turned out to be the most secure in U.S. history, federal and state officials from both parties say — repudiating Trump’s unsubstantiated claims of fraud.
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A crowded field emerges in race to replace Maine’s secretary of state
Six Democrats who hope to replace outgoing Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap will participate in a public forum Tuesday night.
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Maine Voices: Panel’s suggested reforms address inequity of inadequate voting access
The cusp of a new administration is a good time to revisit institutions that weaken democracy in the 21st century.
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Recounts in Maine House races rescheduled after COVID-19 case
The state has rescheduled recounts in two legislative elections after a state employee tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the state to temporarily close office space.
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Maine Voices: Democracy rests on poll workers’ slightly stooped shoulders
When the integrity of an electoral count is questioned, these are the people who are being called dishonest. This takes me aback, because poll workers are cautious.
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After Biden win, Mitch McConnell says it’s OK for Trump to fight election outcome
The Republican Senate leader says the process will play out and ‘reach its conclusion.’
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Voting changes made for pandemic are likely to stay in Maine
Several innovations aimed at improving the absentee voting process are expected to remain in place for future elections, although some may require legislative action.
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The Latest: Biden’s lead grows in battleground Pennsylvania
The latest election-related news from around the country.