It’s Election Day, and reports are already coming in from polling stations across Pennsylvania about massive issues with voting machines. According to updates from Right Angle News Network, polling stations in various parts of the state are facing a breakdown of critical voting technology, with machines failing to scan ballots. Poll workers have informed voters that their ballots will be “scanned in later,” raising questions and concerns over the handling of these votes.
What We Know So Far
Voters from areas like Portage, Southmont, and Lower Yoder are reporting that machines are down, with similar issues popping up statewide, including in Cambria County. Social media reactions indicate frustration and suspicion, with comments like “scan it in later… hmmmm” reflecting widespread unease about the potential impact on vote counts.
A Repeat of 2020?
For many, this news feels like déjà vu, recalling the controversies from the 2020 election. Delays and machine malfunctions in battleground states like Pennsylvania fuel further distrust in the election process. These technical issues could lead to delayed results, particularly in a race as contentious as the 2024 election, where every vote counts.
Voter Concerns and Official Response
Officials have yet to release a comprehensive statement addressing the scope of the issues, but the promise of ballots being “scanned in later” is raising eyebrows. Many voters are questioning the integrity of the voting process, fearing that delayed scanning could open the door to errors or even manipulation.
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