Why CA Sheriff Chad Bianco seized ballots while running for governor

California Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, has seized over 650,000 ballots from a 2025 special election, sparking a court battle with Democratic state officials. Voting rights experts warn that the high-profile seizure could undermine trust in election security and integrity nationwide.
California Sheriff Chad Bianco has seized over 650,000 ballots from a 2025 special election. Bianco claims he is investigating voter fraud allegations brought by a conservative group. The move has sparked a court fight with Democratic state officials. Voting rights experts say the case has national implications and could spur copycat election probes. Bianco's investigation has prompted interest from other states and counties. The seized ballots are from a special election where voters passed a ballot measure to redraw congressional districts.
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