DOJ to Post Officials in 27 States to Monitor Voting Rights Compliance on Election Day

Federal officials will oversee voting processes and address complaints from the public regarding potential violations of voting rights laws in 86 jurisdictions.

People cast their in-person early ballot for the 2024 general election at the Northwest Activities Center in Detroit on Oct. 29, 2024. Jeff Kowalsky/AFP via Getty Images

Federal officials will be on-site at polling stations in 27 states throughout Election Day to monitor compliance with voting rights laws, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday.

The 86 jurisdictions across 27 states where monitoring will occur include key locations in Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Texas.