The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that mail-in ballots with missing or incorrect dates will be rejected, marking a major victory in strengthening mail-in voting security. Republicans are celebrating the ruling, while leftist groups have expressed opposition.
Republicans view the ruling as an essential step to prevent election fraud. Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley praised the decision, calling it a “HUGE win in Pennsylvania.” He emphasized that this ruling, achieved through the RNC and Pennsylvania Republican Party’s efforts, will enhance the security of mail-in voting.
“This makes mail voting in the Keystone State less susceptible to fraud. We will keep fighting and winning!” Whatley said.
On the other side, leftist groups such as the Pennsylvania ACLU have criticized the ruling, claiming it could disenfranchise voters. Steve Loney, a senior attorney with the ACLU, said, “Today’s procedural ruling is a setback for Pennsylvania voters, but we will keep fighting for them.” He argues that minor errors should not lead to the rejection of ballots.
The ruling comes after about 4,400 mail-in ballots were rejected in the primary election due to dating issues, highlighting the importance of the court’s decision in ensuring similar problems are prevented in future elections.
The decision is seen as a crucial measure to secure the mail-in voting process while addressing potential fraud risks.
