Judge sides with Arizona election official in ruling that could affect midterms voting

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by Josh Kelety, Associated Press
April 17, 2026
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A judge ruled for an Arizona election official, centralizing election administration in the state.

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Voting procedures in Arizona's most populous county may change for upcoming elections due to a new judicial ruling.

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A judge ruled in favor of Arizona's top election official in its most populous county, granting the official more authority in running elections. This decision resolves a prolonged legal dispute between the official's office and the local board that shares responsibility for overseeing the vote. The ruling could impact how voting is conducted in the upcoming midterm elections in Arizona. This outcome centralizes election administration in a key battleground state.

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