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The Texas Tribune
The Texas Tribune
National
Alexa Ura

Harris County’s election missteps fuel GOP lawsuit and calls for investigation

Ballots and scanning machines arrive at central counting after polls close in Houston on Tuesday Nov. 8, 2022.
Ballots and scanning machines arrive at a central counting location after polls closed in Harris County on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. (Credit: Michael Stravato for The Texas Tribune)

Harris County’s election officials are again facing criticism and calls for increased scrutiny — this time including from the state’s Republican leadership — over Election Day issues as the county continues to grapple with running an efficient election in a county as large as some states.

The missteps have prompted the Harris County district attorney to launch an investigation into allegations of “irregularities with the latest Harris County election that potentially may include criminal conduct.” In a Monday email, Kim Ogg, a Democrat, asked the Texas Rangers to assist in the investigation.

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