Fight for a North Carolina Court Seat Drags On Long After Election Day
Briefly

Justice Griffin's challenge is predicated on questioning the legitimacy of around 60,000 ballots based on outdated voter registration forms, rather than any actual voter fraud.
This ongoing dispute reflects not just the narrow margin of Justice Riggs's victory, but also the larger partisan tensions within the North Carolina judicial system.
The situation underscores the critical role of the North Carolina Supreme Court, where a Republican majority may have the opportunity to alter the election outcome.
With an impending decision from the Republican-majority court, the legitimacy of election outcomes could hinge on legal technicalities rather than voter intention.
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