Mail Ballot Rejections Tick Up Under GOP-Backed Rules in North Carolina
Summary
New rules supported by Republicans in North Carolina require mail ballots to use a double-envelope system and limit who can assist voters. These changes are linked to a rise in rejected mail ballots this election compared to 2022. State officials say the increase in spoiled ballots is small but could affect close races in November’s midterm elections.Key Facts
- North Carolina has new mail voting rules requiring ballots to be placed in a sealed inner envelope, then an outer envelope.
- Only close relatives are allowed to help voters with their absentee ballots under the new rules.
- Governor Josh Stein, a Democrat, says rejected mail ballots have roughly doubled this year.
- The State Board of Elections reports a slight increase in spoiled ballots from 2.6% in 2022 to 3.1% in 2024 so far.
- Ballots can be rejected for reasons like missing signatures or damaged ballots.
- These changes come amid national debates on mail voting rules and election security promoted by President Donald Trump’s administration.
- North Carolina is a key battleground state with important Senate and House races in the 2024 midterms.
- President Donald Trump has campaigned in North Carolina to support Republican candidates in closely watched elections.
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