Texas: Gillespie County’s hand-counted Republican primary election results impossible to verify | Jessica Huseman/Votebeat
Republicans in Gillespie County, Texas, recently conducted a hand count of approximately 8,000 ballots from their primary election, with each ballot containing selections for over 30 races. The process, involving around 200 volunteers, lasted 21 hours, concluding at 5:12 a.m. Reporters from Votebeat noted several discrepancies and uncertainties regarding the accuracy and transparency of the hand count. While Republicans hailed the effort as a success, there are concerns about error rates, deviations from standard procedures, and the lack of oversight. The lack of clarity surrounding the hand count raises questions about its credibility and transparency, with taxpayers ultimately covering the considerable expense of the endeavor. Read Article