The state has rescheduled recounts in two legislative elections after a state employee tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the state to temporarily close office space.
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How and when will Maine cast its electoral votes?
The state’s four Electoral College voters are expected to cast 3 votes for Joe Biden and one for Donald Trump next month, even as Republicans loyal to Trump raise the possibility of interventions in some states.
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With Republican win in Alaska, control of Senate rests with Georgia runoffs
The Georgia runoff elections, set for Jan. 5, are swiftly becoming a showdown over control of the chamber.
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The next steps in the electoral process could be simple – or not
President Trump’s refusal to accept his defeat in the face of overwhelming evidence that he’s lost decisively makes it important to understand the presidential contest’s complicated path over the coming weeks.
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Biden honors veterans, continues low-key preparations to lead
President-elect Joe Biden continues to shrug off President Trump’s refusal to accept the election outcome, even as officials in both parties warn that the Republican president’s actions could be dangerous.
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Recounts in 2 State House contests scheduled for Friday
Maine Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap said Tuesday that the recounts were requested by two Republican candidates who were narrowly defeated by Democratic House incumbents.
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‘Hoaxes and nonsense’: GOP election officials reject Trump fraud claims
Recounts rarely change election outcomes.
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Collins congratulates Biden but says Trump should have a chance to challenge results
Maine’s Republican senator urged patience, but also said the former vice president ‘should be given every opportunity’ to govern come January.
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Voting changes made for pandemic are likely to stay in Maine
Several innovations aimed at improving the absentee voting process are expected to remain in place for future elections, although some may require legislative action.
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Trump faces a tough road to get Supreme Court involved in election
The president could need the court’s help in 2 or more states, an unlikely scenario that is far different from what happened in 2000, the only time the court has effectively settled a presidential election.