California Election Results Delayed Due to Vote-by-Mail System, Expert Says

California's election results are still pending due to the state's vote-by-mail system, according to election law expert Hans von Spakovsky. The counting process for ballots from the June 2 primary elections has extended beyond Election Day because of California's election laws and procedures. Von Spakovsky identified four main reasons for the delays: the predominance of mail-in voting, a seven-day post-Election Day ballot receipt window, a 22-day period for addressing signature issues, and the high volume of provisional ballots that require individual investigation. He noted that mail-in ballots significantly slow down the counting process, as election officials must verify and process these ballots before they can be counted. As of now, ballot counting is expected to continue through June 15. Concerns have been raised about the potential for irregularities in the counting process, particularly regarding the handling of postmarks on ballots. Meanwhile, California officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom, have emphasized the importance of building confidence in the electoral process and ensuring that every vote is counted accurately.