A Michigan judge challenged the Republican National Committee's attempt to invalidate overseas ballots in the battleground state. The GOP argues that the state constitution prohibits non-resident spouses and children of overseas voters from voting in Michigan. However, Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel expressed skepticism during a hearing in Detroit, questioning the GOP's interpretation of the law.
One of several GOP lawsuits targeting swing states, including those crucial for the 2024 election, aims to discard overseas and military ballots. Despite being a small portion of the electorate, former President Donald Trump and his supporters have made baseless claims about widespread fraud in overseas voting.
