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Early voting is underway in Maine and Texas, with one week remaining before Election Day on November 3. In Maine, nearly 222,000 ballots have been accepted as of October 20, amounting to about one-quarter of registered voters, and Democrats account for about half of those who have voted early. Absentee turnout is up 32% compared to the same time in 2022, with 48,000 requested ballots still unreturned. In Texas, early voting continues through October 30, with Harris County officials addressing reports of suspicious activity, including unmarked vehicles and complaints about poll greeters. Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin confirmed a complaint about campaigning within the 100-foot boundary at the West Gray voting site was found to be without merit. Democratic leaders and advocates are urging voters not to be intimidated and to report any issues to the voter protection hotline. Federal law prohibits law enforcement from being inside or near polling places.
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