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Minnesota Counties Block DOJ Election Observers | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Hennepin and Ramsey counties blocked federal election observers from entering polling places, forcing the DOJ to station them just outside the 100-foot perimeter. While this isn’t unprecedented — the DOJ has observed primaries before, including in Minnesota — it’s now prompting a state-level response: Minnesota’s Secretary of State is deploying state observers to monitor federal ones, ensuring they comply with local laws. The Attorney General’s office says no issues are expected, but county prosecutors are prepared to act if rules are broken — turning this into a high-stakes game…
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