The Constitution entrusts each House of Congress with the responsibility to "judge the Elections, Returns, and Qualifications of its own Members." This authority was brought into focus in 2020 when Democrats attempted to overturn the certified results of an Iowa congressional race and install their preferred candidate instead.

The Election Observer Program deploys congressional observers to polling locations nationwide to collect real-time, factual data that can assist in election disputes, seating challenges, and other election-related matters. This initiative is essential to House Administration Republicans’ work to promote election integrity and rebuild public confidence in the voting process. House staff members are encouraged to volunteer, and mandatory training is required for participation.

“Elections have consequences, and there are few elections as consequential as the one taking place this November,” said Ellzey. We must ensure that every citizen has their voice heard, and I am grateful to the members of my staff who have volunteered to participate in the Election Observer Program. Through this program, they will be deployed across the country in New Mexico’s 2^nd district, Michigan's 13^th, and Connecticut's 5^th. These races currently sit within the margin of error, and we must ensure that every vote is counted."

Ellzey continued, “Whoever you vote for, as a citizen of the United States, you have a right to have the vote count, and we have a duty to ensure that it does. So, I want to thank every volunteer who is dedicating their time to ensure that we have safe and fair elections."

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