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Early Voting Concerns Debunked
With early voting underway in Texas, false claims alleging vote-switching machines in Tarrant County have been circulating online. However, election officials have refuted these claims, attributing them to human error that has been corrected.
Election Officials Dispute Allegations
Similar claims of machine tampering have emerged in Tennessee and Georgia, but officials in all three states have concluded that errors were made by voters, not machines. Experts emphasize that unfounded allegations of vote-flipping have persisted for years, despite a lack of evidence of hacked or altered machines.
Human Error, Not Machines
According to election expert David Becker, every reported case of vote switching has been traced back to human error. In Tarrant County, a misprinted ballot was the result of a voter mistake. In Georgia, an issue was resolved while the voter was present, and in Tennessee, officials found no irregularities.
Election Security and Voting Machines
False claims about voting machines, including Dominion and Smartmatic, were widely spread in 2020. Companies have filed defamation lawsuits, including against Fox News, which settled for over $787 million.
While voting machines have potential vulnerabilities, they are tested before and after elections. A paper record of votes is a crucial safeguard, as it allows for post-election audits to confirm machine tallies.
Recommendations for Voters
Experts recommend that voters carefully review their ballots and confirm their selections. If any issues arise, election officials are equipped to handle them and ensure every vote is counted.
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