The role of poll monitors has evolved since the 2020 presidential election, where information gathered was used by Trump and allies in attempts to challenge election results. This year, expanded groups of partisan monitors have been mobilized to report on potential fraud, emphasizing aggressive tactics during the voting process and challenging voter eligibility based on questionable criteria.
Prior to Election Day, many monitors were trained to document disputes and irregularities at polling places. They received lists of specific voters to challenge, raising concerns about voting rights and the integrity of the election process, especially since their methods of selecting these voters are considered fundamentally flawed by experts.
These newfound tactics could result in various disputes, especially in tight races, where challenges based on the monitor's reports could lead to undermining public confidence in the electoral process. This raises significant questions about the intentions behind such aggressive monitoring methods and the implications for future elections.
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