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  Federal prosecutors are examining whether a retired teacher was deliberately recruited to run as a third-party candidate to mislead voters in a high-stakes congressional contest. The inquiry involves prominent Democratic figures who could face potential indictments regarding ballot manipulation efforts aimed at siphoning votes from the Republican incumbent. This intensifying probe brings major law enforcement resources into the state as officials scrutinize alleged coordination behind the disputed candidacy.

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• Stevie Wonder endorses Abdul El-Sayed

  The legendary musician has thrown his political weight behind the Democratic candidate in Michigan's critical Senate contest right before ballots are cast. He underscored the high stakes of the nationwide midterm elections by warning that the country's future hangs in the balance.

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• Ballot scanner glitch disrupts voting in New York

  Election workers north of New York City had to alter standard procedures after automated tabulators broke down at local polling stations

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