Georgia high court says delayed absentee ballots must be returned by Election Day

Georgia high court says delayed absentee ballots must be returned by Election Day

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The video discusses a Supreme Court decision affecting Cobb County voters in Georgia, where 3400 absentee ballots were delayed. Legal action sought to extend the deadline, but the state Supreme Court denied it, requiring ballots to be submitted by 7:00 PM on Election Day. Voters can either submit their absentee ballots on time or vote in person. The Secretary of State provided guidance on the options available to voters.

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What was the main issue faced by voters in Cobb County regarding absentee ballots?

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What did the lower court decide regarding the absentee ballot deadline?

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What was the state Supreme Court's response to the lower court's decision?

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What options were available to voters if they did not submit their absentee ballots on time?

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How did the Secretary of State describe the situation for the voters in Cobb County?

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