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Judges may face unprecedented decisions this election. A new guide seeks to help

September 9, 2026 | Miles Parks | NPR

NPR highlighted Keep Our Republic members Judge Philip Pro and former Ohio Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor in a report examining how judges and election officials are preparing for potential requests to seize ballots or other election materials during the 2026 midterms. The story explored the judiciary’s critical role in evaluating search warrants, protecting ballot chain of custody, and navigating unprecedented legal questions that could arise during an active election. . . .

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