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North Carolina lawsuits challenging same-day registration change can proceed, judge says

Associated Press
North Carolina
April 4, 2024

With over 100,000 new registrants having sought same-day registration in North Carolina during each of the last two presidential general elections, adjustments in the same-day rules could affect close statewide elections this fall.

North Carolina elections board finalizes results from Primary marked by new voter ID rules

Associated Press
North Carolina
March 26, 2024

Roughly 1,600 ballots ultimately weren’t counted under those laws.

North Carolina’s Governor sues lawmakers for a measure that eliminates his elections board authority

Associated Press
North Carolina
October 18, 2023

The Governor suggested that GOP legislators advanced the election board bill because Republicans now hold a majority on the court and expect a favorable ruling.