AUSTIN, Texas — A federal judge in Texas on Friday halted Republican Gov. Greg Abbott’s order that shuttered dozens of mail ballot drop-off sites weeks before November’s election, authorizing only one for every county no matter the size.ballots during early voting and most heavily impacted the state’s largest cities, which are also Democratic strongholds. He issued the order Oct. 1 as voters had already begun returning ballots for the Nov. 3 election.
“This important ruling stands up not just for voters but for the Rule of Law,” he added. “This isn’t the first time Abbott and Texas Republicans have tried to suppress the vote, and it won’t be the last.” Texas is one of just five states not allowing widespread mail-in voting this year. Polls show unusually tight races in America’s biggest red state and Democrats could take over the state House of Representatives for the first time in 20 years.
Where do the Republicans come up with such blatant display of hubris and total disregard for American Democracy? So incredibly sad, disappointing and frightening.
If the GOP believes their policies are those that benefit and are supported by the majority of Americans, why do they work so diligently at voter suppression and disinformation?!
Bitcoin baby! She's moving up! I hope Americans are investing!!
Yo, GregAbbott_TX voter suppression much!?
How about voting in person then
Judges rulings seem to not matter anymore as trump has empowered these senators to do what they want and not listen to the law thus some boxes will still likely be moved. Crazy times.
Texas should file an appeal to the Federal Appeals Court!
How about boring in person then
Its not democrats' argument. Nonpartisan research has shown limiting drop boxes suppresses voting
Judges should be tagged either liberal or conservative on all their rulings. Liberal Federal judge blocks Texas governor’s order limiting ballot drop-off, backing Democrats’ concerns of voter suppressio. And other way around.
Notice they don't complain when thrown away ballets are found lol
*backing Republicans’ concerns of voter fraud.
Yeah, drop off all those ballots from dead people.
GrandmasHGArt We The People have known, and are quite aware, that our elections are FRAUDULENT. We begin the CRY, to the world courts, for UN INTERVENTION. NOW, let the AP pick that up. When the GREATEST power on the Planet suppresses you? NO ONE helps you. Dear AP, we are dying. PLEASE HELP.
Thank You!
Voter suppression....put your mask on and go to the polls. Voter suppression is just another name for laziness.
Another Obama appointee activist Judge
That governor should be charged with voter suppression.
So Texas is turning blue?
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Every registered voter needs to do their duty and vote nazi trump and the corrupt republicans out of office in November. When nazi trump and the corrupt republicans lose the American people win.
Even judges in Texas are shaking their heads at this bullst.
By what authority does a federal judge's decision affect anything beyond their jurisdiction?
'... Gov. Greg Abbott’s order that shuttered dozens of mail ballot drop-off sites weeks before November’s election, authorizing only one for every county no matter the size' That attempt at voter suppression is so clear that I'm just at a loss for words. Vote these guys out
Democracy sneaks another win 😓
Am I being too optimistic or do I finally see a glimmer of ethical decisions being made again? This is good news for all. Regardless of how you vote.
Yes!
Yes! Finally some good news from TX!
SOMEONE EXPLAIN WHY HE WOULD EVEN DO IT?
Stupid order to begin with. glad people have more access to drop-off locations
Epitome of Demagogue Donald: I've reviewed his POTUS and RealDonaldTrump but have found no mention of health status of FLOTUS. It appears that if Tellin' Lies Trump isn't grabbing Melania by her pussy, he's lacks mental-emotional capacity to show concern and share her status.
GregAbbott_TX order was blatant voter suppression We need to stop the madness and TurnTexasBlue
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