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Many people are feeling "nauseously optimistic" about the election. Republicans blocked legislation for early processing of mail-in ballots, which means we won't see the final vote tally until late at night. Expect a temporary "red shift" where Trump appears to do better initially, followed by a "blue shift" as absentee ballots are counted. Don't be alarmed if early results favor Trump; there are still many ballots, particularly from Milwaukee, that haven't been reported yet. While there may be unfounded claims from Republicans, rest assured that all ballots will be counted securely. It's important to remain calm as we wait for the results, which will ultimately reflect a fair election in Wisconsin.

The speaker discusses the requirement to respond to ballot applications within 24 hours in Michigan. They mention seeing applications from June, July, and August being processed in September, estimating about 100,000 false documents were created over 10 days. The supervisor would announce the date to be used for processing publicly.

Only about half the votes have been counted, which accounts for around 8 million votes. It's difficult to foresee how the remaining votes will significantly alter the current margin, even if the counting takes a couple more weeks.

In Arizona, results will take about 10 to 13 days to process, as the focus is on accuracy rather than speed. While networks may make predictions sooner, official results will be reliable when they are announced. In Pennsylvania, results are delayed because counties can only start processing mail-in ballots at 7 AM on election day. However, improvements in equipment and experience since 2020, along with a decrease in mail-in voting, may help expedite the process. Ultimately, the timing of results depends on the closeness of the election.

Polls have closed, and local election officials in Pennsylvania, along with trained volunteers, are counting the votes. Results will be reported to the Department of State and posted live at electionreturns.pa.gov. It's important to reassure everyone that every legal vote will be counted accurately, and the will of the people will be respected. Patience is requested from Pennsylvanians and the media, as counting millions of votes takes time. The speed at which news organizations call elections depends on the closeness of the races; tighter races require more time to ensure every eligible vote is accurately counted.

In Antrim County, there was a software glitch that caused a miscalculation of votes, resulting in a 6,000 vote swing against Republican candidates. The county clerk admitted to the error and stated that 47 other counties use the same software. Antrim County had to manually count all the ballots, and it is important for the other counties using this software to carefully review their results for similar discrepancies. Transparency and openness are crucial for the people of Michigan.

In 2020, Michigan had unofficial results from its highest turnout election within 24 hours of polls closing, completed by 8 PM Wednesday. This year, with more options to reprocess ballots before election day, results could potentially come even sooner. The best estimate for result completion is still the end of the day on Wednesday. Accuracy and security will be prioritized over efficiency. The goal is to balance the public's desire for quick results with ensuring a secure and accurate process.

We live in polarized times, and election challenges are likely to persist after election day. The results may take time, especially in close elections where absentee and mail-in ballots can significantly impact outcomes. Issues may arise on election day, such as power failures at polling places, which can be exploited by those suggesting a conspiracy. Both sides are preparing for legal challenges, and while courts can act quickly on preliminary matters, the overall process is slow. This was evident leading up to January 6, when over 60 court cases dismissed claims of widespread fraud, yet some individuals disregarded these rulings entirely.

100% of votes in Georgia will be cast on security paper with the state seal. Nationwide, over 96% of all voting will be on paper ballots. President Trump implied that delayed vote tabulation indicates something nefarious, citing France's move to paper ballots due to the US system's alleged failure. Georgia's SB 189 mandates that all early votes and early accepted ballots must have their results reported by 8 PM, potentially accounting for 70-75% of the total vote count on election night. The remaining votes to be counted after that time will be overseas ballots that come in no later than Friday. The goal is to have fast, accurate, and secure elections.

Yesterday, there was great success in the voting process with a record-breaking 4,700,000 voters. The average wait time was only 2 minutes statewide. Currently, there is about 2% of the votes left to count, but it is not expected to change any outcomes. The Secretary of State mentioned that predictions are made by people who specialize in that, and they will provide information on the remaining counties.

The speaker discusses the requirement to respond to ballot applications within 24 hours in Michigan. They mention seeing applications from June, July, and August being processed in September, estimating around 10,000 false documents created per day for about 10 days. The supervisor would announce the date to be used for processing publicly.

In 2020, Pennsylvania took 4 days to call the election because half the voters voted by mail, and counting mail-in ballots takes time. Each ballot arrives in two envelopes, and processing cannot start until 7 AM on election day. According to elections administrator Karen Barsoum, dealing with 100,000 mail-in ballots means handling double the amount of envelopes, which is a long process. After opening the envelopes, a different team unfolds the ballots to remove creases. Processing each ballot takes several minutes.

Some people are feeling "nauseously optimistic." Republicans blocked legislation for early processing of mail-in ballots, so final tallies will come in late, similar to 2020. Expect a "red shift" where Trump appears to perform better initially, followed by a "blue shift" as absentee ballots are counted later. Don’t be alarmed if Trump seems to overperform at first; many ballots, especially from Milwaukee, are still uncounted. While there may be claims of irregularities from Republicans, all ballots will be securely counted. It's important to stay calm while waiting for results, as Wisconsin's elections are free, fair, and secure, and the rightful winner will receive the state's electoral votes.

It always takes a long time to count ballots, but in previous elections, large margins allowed for earlier calls. Margins are likely to be tight this time, so we might need to wait a few days in states like Georgia. Each state has different rules for counting, which can make the results look suspicious. The count doesn't unfold in a uniform manner; sometimes results come in batches. We run the most complicated elections in the world.

Tomorrow night in Maricopa County may be lengthy due to an unusually long ballot. The ballot is two pages, double-sided, with an average of 79 contests—twice as long as usual. This is causing delays in processing early mail-in ballots, potentially impacting the speed of results after polls close. While early results will be reported, they will only be a partial count as officials work around the clock to catch up. Additionally, the lengthy ballot could lead to longer lines on election day, with some voters already reporting waits of about an hour. Concerns about the ease of voting have been raised, emphasizing the need for a reevaluation of the voting process to make it more accessible.

I agree that the media is prepared to understand this election cycle, particularly the timeline, due to the high number of mail-in ballots. States like Pennsylvania, which are key to the outcome, may not start counting these ballots until election day. Therefore, the election result may not be immediately known, and that's acceptable. Declaring a winner before all legitimate votes are counted would be unacceptable. The National Task Force on Election Crises has been working to promote this understanding. When Mary and I started this group in June 2019, we anticipated issues such as a president declaring premature victory, foreign disinformation, and cyber vulnerabilities. While we initially set aside the possibility of a pandemic, we reintroduced it in 2020. This group has been educating media, labor unions, and companies to responsibly manage expectations.

The message is to please be patient as Pennsylvania counties work to count votes quickly and with integrity. The goal is to provide the truth to voters. It takes time to count millions of votes. Pennsylvania is reportedly much better prepared today than they were four years ago. Secretary Schmidt is answering questions about the electoral process. He has teamed up with former Pennsylvania governor Tom Corbett.

Votes in Michigan were miscounted due to software errors, favoring Democrats over Republicans. This affected 47 counties using the same software. Antrim County had to manually count all ballots. Other counties should review their results for discrepancies. Michigan residents deserve transparency in the election process.

In Pennsylvania, results may take 2 to 3 days, which is unacceptable. France counts votes quickly with paper ballots, while here, some states may take longer to certify results. Despite having a substantial lead and more Republican votes, the declaration of victory remains uncertain. A special group will gather at Mar-a-Lago, and a larger crowd at the convention center, anticipating a win. The campaign focused on strong border policies and legal immigration, which are seen as critical issues, alongside inflation. There’s a concern about criminals and drug dealers entering the country, emphasizing the need for secure borders. Voter sentiment appears to reflect these priorities.

Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger reports that approximately 2% of the vote remains to be counted. The state had a record-breaking 4.7 million voters, surpassing the 4.1 million in 2016, with an average wait time of only 2 minutes statewide. Raffensperger stated that based on the current results, he doesn't believe the remaining votes will change the outcome of any races. He said his assessment is based on the number of votes outstanding and the candidates' current positions, suggesting that even if one candidate received 100% of the remaining votes, it likely wouldn't be enough to alter the results. He emphasized that his office reports the data and does not guess the outcome.

Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger reports that approximately 2% of the vote remains to be counted. The state experienced record voter turnout with 4.7 million votes, surpassing the 4.1 million in 2016, and an average statewide wait time of only two minutes. Raffensperger stated that based on the current results, he doesn't believe the remaining votes will change any outcomes in presidential, congressional, and senatorial races. He clarified that this assessment isn't a guess, but is based on the number of votes outstanding and the margin between candidates. Even if one candidate received a high percentage of the remaining votes, it likely wouldn't be enough to shift the results. The counties are working diligently to complete the count.

In the upcoming election, 100% of votes in Georgia will be recorded on security paper with the state seal. President Trump implied that delayed vote tabulation indicates potential wrongdoing, citing a lack of paper ballots as a problem and claiming results could take 7 days. However, over 96% of voting nationwide will be on paper ballots. In Georgia, a new law (SB 189) mandates that results for all early votes and early accepted ballots, potentially 70-75% of the total, be reported by 8 PM on election night. The remaining delay involves overseas ballots, with final numbers expected by Friday. Georgia aims to ensure fast, accurate, and secure elections.

I'm Zach Scherer, assistant county manager for elections in Maricopa County. Our first results will be available at 8 PM, an hour after polls close, and will include 70-75% of early ballots received. Additional results will follow throughout the night, primarily from in-person votes at our vote centers. Most ballots will be counted within 24 hours after polls close. However, Arizona's races are often very close, so it may take a few days for the media to call the races. Candidates who lead on election night may not maintain those leads as more ballots are counted, which is a normal part of the process.

50,000 ballots will be released in the next 9 minutes, followed by 37,000 tomorrow. There appears to be some ballots arriving now, as seen with a police escort and two vans. Election workers in Philadelphia are processing the ballots, fulfilling their civic duty. We anticipate the release of information about the additional 50,000 ballots shortly, with another update expected tomorrow morning.

In 2020, Michigan had results from its highest turnout election within 24 hours, with unofficial results completed by 8 PM on Wednesday. This year, with more options to reprocess ballots sooner than election day, officials are optimistic results could come even sooner. The best estimate for result completion is still the end of the day on Wednesday. Accuracy and security will be prioritized over efficiency. While understanding the public's desire for quick results, the process will remain secure and accurate before any information is released. Officials will work to ensure results are ready as soon as possible.