The Political Evening Roundup | Oct 24th

Georgia Official Debunks Vote-Flipping Claim

Gabriel Sterling from the Georgia Secretary of State's Office has confirmed that there's 'zero evidence' of voting machines flipping votes, debunking circulating misinformation about election integrity.

Tucker Carlson's Controversial Comparison at Georgia Rally

At a Duluth, Georgia rally, commentator Tucker Carlson likened ex-President Trump to an irate father intent on punishing a misbehaving child with a 'vigorous spanking'.

Maricopa County Official Discusses Election Misinformation Challenges

On 'The Assignment,' Maricopa County Supervisor Bill Gates expresses concern over fellow Republicans believing election misinformation. He highlights the issues faced in Arizona during vote counting and reveals his nighttime worries. The full conversation is available on the show's podcast.

911 Calls Released in Trump Assassination Attempt

Publicly revealed 911 calls capture the panic during an assassination attempt on former President Trump in Butler County, Pennsylvania. CNN's John Miller provides analysis of the unsettling incident.

Ohio Elections Board Deadlocks on Congresswoman's Residency; State to Decide

An Ohio elections board was split on whether Democratic U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes resides in her Akron district, pushing the decision to the state's Republican secretary of state. The challenge, raised by a GOP activist ahead of the close Nov. 5 election against GOP nominee Kevin Coughlin, doesn't impact Sykes's candidacy. Sykes contends she lives in Akron, while her husband's form claimed she resided with him in Columbus.

Beyoncé to Appear at Rally with VP Kamala Harris

Pop icon Beyoncé is set to join Vice President Kamala Harris at a rally in Houston, Texas, this Friday evening. Beyoncé, a Houston native, may also perform at the event. Their joint appearance comes as the Senate race between Ted Cruz and Colin Allred tightens.

Video Exposes Bigotry Behind MAGA Voter Suppression Efforts

A recent CBS News video reveals North Carolina conservative James Womack instructing his 'election protection' group to scrutinize voters with 'Hispanic-sounding' names. The Election Integrity Network, led by attorney Cleta Mitchell, is linked to these actions, which are criticized as racist voter suppression mirroring historical Jim Crow tactics. Despite Womack claiming non-targeting based on race, the movement is seen as trying to enforce a discriminatory political agenda.

Former President Trump's Rhetoric as October Surprise

Ahead of the elections, the real October surprise is former President Trump's own words, rather than external commentary. Trump has made controversial statements about arresting political opponents and using the military against them, causing ongoing damage to his campaign.

Georgia Secretary of State's Website Withstands Foreign Cyberattack

A cyberattack targeting Georgia's absentee ballot request site was foiled just before early voting started on October 15. Officials detected and blocked an influx of bogus traffic from 420,000 IP addresses worldwide. Although the attack's origins are unknown, it did not disrupt ballot access, demonstrating strong cybersecurity in the face of potential foreign interference.

Media Coverage Contrast Between Trump and Harris Examined by Jake Tapper

CNN's Jake Tapper points out the stark disparity in media treatment of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. He suggests they are covered as if existing in 'two different universes.'

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