Ballot counting across parts of the western United States continues days past the conclusion of the midterm elections. The extended timeline stems directly from mail-in voting mechanisms established to provide convenience for voters. However, because final outcomes will not be known for days, the reliance on these ballots has sparked controversy over electoral confidence.
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Why is the western US still counting votes after election day?
Polls have closed in the US midterms, but results from some western states may not emerge for days. Zeena Aqel explains how mail-in voting, a system built for convenience, became a flashpoint in America’s fight over trust in the election process.
Published On 4 Nov 2026
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