Georgia Governor Still Undecided
It's been a very tense week in Georgia around the still undecided governor race. There was a protest at the state capitol, lots of litigation, campaign bickering and no end in sight.
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Florida's U.S. Senate Race Headed For Hand Recount
Florida's U.S. Senate race is headed for a hand recount. After counties submitted new vote totals in that race and the close race for governor, more confusion and legal action was introduced.
Former Florida Secretary Of State Weighs In On Election Recounts
Florida counties face a deadline for machine recounts. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with former Florida Secretary of State Katherine Harris about the similarly contentious 2000 presidential election.
As Florida Recount Deadline Passes, Palm Beach County Falls Short
Of Florida's 67 counties, 66 were able to complete machine recounts in the races for governor and Senate. Official results are due Sunday, but a deluge of lawsuits could still change that.
Ranked-Choice Voting Delivers Democrats A House Seat
Democrats have now gained 35 seats and could get up to 39 as counting continues in close races around the country. There will be no Republicans from New England in the U.S. House next year.
Discrediting The Recount Process Takes Advantage Of Voters' Lack Of Understanding
The Florida recounts have demonstrated that many voters are unaware of election governing rules, which makes them more vulnerable to political rhetoric casting doubt on the legitimacy of the results.
How Independent Redistricting Commissions Work
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Michael Li of the Brennan Center for Justice about a passed Michigan ballot measure that will create an independent redistricting commission in the state.
Trump Versus News Media Lands In Court
A federal judge in Washington appointed by the president will hear a case brought by CNN and joined by other outlets about the stripped credentials of a reporter.
It Was A Big, Blue Wave: Democrats Pick Up Most House Seats In A Generation
Democrats have picked up 33 seats in the House and could get to 39. While some felt a letdown on election night, Democrats' House gains are their biggest since the wave election following Watergate.
Embattled Broward County Elections Supervisor Suggests She'll Step Down
"It is time to move on," said Brenda Snipes. She's facing intense criticism for her handling of vote counting, especially from Republicans.