Pelosi: ‘Be on guard’ for ‘fake count’ in midterm elections
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Pelosi warns Republicans could manipulate voting machines to create false counts in midterm elections.
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Election integrity concerns could affect the validity of your vote and representation in upcoming midterm elections.
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House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi warned that Republicans could manipulate voting machines to create false vote counts in midterm elections, urging voters to "be on guard" during the race. Speaking to MSNBC's Ali Vitali, Pelosi said Democrats are pursuing multiple strategies—including litigation, legislation, and voter outreach—to secure the election. Her warning reflects broader Democratic concerns about election integrity heading into midterms that are shaping up as a referendum on the Biden administration. Pelosi's remarks come as voting security and potential manipulation have emerged as significant campaign issues for both parties. The comments signal Democrats plan to aggressively challenge potential Republican tactics before, during, and after voting takes place.
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