Last-Minute Voter Registrations Face Scrutiny | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Minnesota counties mostly nailed voter registration last year, but the real stress test came in the final 20 days before Election Day—where processing slowed and systems struggled. While nearly all registrations were handled legally, officials are calling for better tracking tools and state support to manage the surge from new, easier registration methods. Identity and residency checks were mostly solid, but documentation gaps remain. With lawmakers already passing pro-voting bills, county staff are pleading for legislative help to keep up. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…