Damon Hewitt, president of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, highlighted the disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene, stating that it completely shut down voter registration and post offices in Georgia. This unintended consequence left many residents grappling with the chaotic aftermath of the storm, complicating their chances to register to vote. "With only a month to go, those in affected counties need more time to get their registrations in order," he emphasized.
In Florida, following the devastation of Hurricane Milton, a coalition of voting rights groups urged Governor Ron DeSantis to extend the voter registration deadline. Despite the adverse conditions, DeSantis denied the request, reasoning that the existing calendar should remain unchanged. The coalition’s plea was rooted in the belief that residents grapple with immense difficulties in such dire circumstances, and their civil rights to vote should not be compromised.
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