A federal judge has ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections to certify the results of the contested State Supreme Court race, giving a significant win to the Democratic incumbent, Justice Allison Riggs.
Republican challenger Judge Jefferson Griffin attempted to overturn the results by questioning the eligibility of thousands of voters. Despite two recounts confirming Justice Riggs's victory by 734 votes, the legal battle continued.
Federal Judge Richard E. Myers II ruled that all challenged ballots should be counted, stating that excluding them would violate voters' due process rights. The judge, a Trump appointee, emphasized the importance of maintaining established rules. The ruling is detailed in a 68-page document.
However, the ruling might not be final, as Judge Griffin has been given seven days to appeal the decision. This leaves the possibility of further legal challenges and uncertainty regarding the final outcome of the election.