Voting rights groups have called for an investigation into a mysterious text message sent to thousands of Wisconsin residents on Election Day. The message, which was sent in the early hours of the morning, claimed that voters who had already cast their ballot were ineligible to vote in the upcoming election.
The groups, including the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and the American Civil Liberties Union, argue that the message was intended to suppress voter turnout and disenfranchise certain groups of voters. They have called on state and federal authorities to look into the matter and determine who was responsible for sending the text message.
The message was sent to around 300,000 residents, many of whom were confused and concerned about its implications. Some voters reported that they had already voted in the election and were worried that their votes would not be counted. Others were unsure about their eligibility to vote and were discouraged from participating in the election.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has stated that the message was inaccurate and that voters who had already cast their ballot were indeed eligible to vote in the upcoming election. They have advised voters to disregard the message and to contact their local election officials if they have any concerns about their voting eligibility.
The controversy surrounding the text message has raised concerns about voter suppression and the need for increased protections for voters. Voting rights groups are calling for greater transparency and accountability in the electoral process to ensure that all eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.
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