‘Insufficient Evidence’: Justice Department Closes Probe Into Pennsylvania Discarded Ballots

Mail-in primary election ballots are processed at the Chester County Voter Services office in West Chester, Pa., on May 28, 2020. Matt Rourke/AP Photo

The Department of Justice on Friday announced it closed an investigation into ballots that were discarded in Pennsylvania.

“After a thorough investigation conducted by the FBI and prosecutors from my office, we have determined that there is insufficient evidence to prove criminal intent on the part of the person who discarded the ballots,” acting U.S. Attorney Bruce Brandler said in a statement. “Therefore, no criminal charges will be filed and the matter is closed.”