An investigation into Boston's Election Day operations revealed significant failures, including a shortage of ballots, leading to unacceptable delays for voters. Secretary of State William Galvin has mandated an overhaul of the Boston Election Commission's processes. Many voters were unable to cast their ballots due to long wait times or lack of ballots at polling locations, prompting both local and state scrutiny for future elections. A designee will oversee the changes until at least the end of 2026 to ensure compliance with state election laws and to restore public confidence in the electoral process.
The investigation found that Boston voters experienced "unacceptable delays" amid ballot shortages and communications issues on Election Day last November.
An investigator determined that Boston did not deliver enough ballots and therefore violated state law, resulting in needless delays and disfranchisement for voters.
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