They Followed North Carolina Election Rules When They Cast Their Ballots. Now Their Votes Could Be Tossed Anyway.

Judge Jefferson Griffin’s effort to overturn his North Carolina Supreme Court loss has left thousands of voters stunned. His argument? Ballots missing a driver’s license number or Social Security digits should be thrown out—despite state laws confirming their legitimacy.

The impact is broad and deeply personal. From a poll worker to a college freshman, voters across the state are learning their ballots are under threat. Many, like Mindy Beller, who has voted for decades, never imagined their participation could be challenged. As Griffin’s case unfolds, the stakes extend beyond North Carolina—raising urgent questions about voter access nationwide.

Doug Bock Clark

ProPublica

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