In a contentious move, left-leaning organizations, including the ACLU and the United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) of Arizona, filed a lawsuit Saturday to extend the timeline for determining the winner of Arizona’s hotly contested Senate race. With ballots still being counted and tensions running high, critics accuse these groups of attempting to “find” additional votes to secure a win for Democrat Ruben Gallego over Republican Kari Lake.
Kari Lake, a prominent Republican and staunch supporter of stricter border policies, is locked in a tight race with Gallego, a progressive Democrat with a strong base in Arizona’s urban areas. Gallego’s campaign has focused on issues like healthcare, immigration reform, and climate change, positioning him as a champion for working-class Arizonans.
However, Lake’s campaign has gained significant momentum in recent weeks, buoyed by endorsements from top Republicans, including former President Donald Trump. With a razor-thin margin separating the candidates, every vote counts in this critical race, which could determine the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
The lawsuit filed by the ACLU and LULAC seeks to extend the deadline for ballot counting, arguing that additional time is necessary to ensure every vote is counted, particularly in underserved and minority communities. “Ensuring that every eligible voter has their ballot counted is fundamental to our democracy,” said a representative for the ACLU.
Critics, however, see the lawsuit as a thinly veiled attempt to manipulate the outcome of the election. According to anonymous sources cited by The Gateway Pundit, Democrats are concerned they do not have enough votes to secure Gallego’s victory. These critics argue that the extension could allow for the inclusion of ballots that might otherwise be deemed invalid, thereby tipping the scales in Gallego’s favor.
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen wasted no time responding to the lawsuit. In a statement posted on social media, Petersen announced that he had authorized the Arizona Senate to intervene in the case. “The left is suing to extend the time to determine the election,” Petersen wrote. “I just authorized the AZ Senate to intervene and defend existing law so we can determine the outcome as soon as possible. It has already taken too much time!”
Petersen also pledged to introduce legislation in the next session aimed at speeding up the vote-counting process. “Next session, we will re-introduce bills to get election results on the night of the election,” he added.
The lawsuit has reignited debates about election integrity and the efficiency of Arizona’s voting system. Arizona has faced criticism in recent years for delays in vote counting, with some pointing to the 2020 and 2022 elections as examples of systemic issues.
Supporters of the lawsuit argue that ensuring every vote is counted is more important than meeting arbitrary deadlines. They highlight logistical challenges, such as high voter turnout and technical issues with voting machines, as reasons why more time is needed to complete the count accurately.
On the other hand, opponents argue that prolonged vote counting erodes public trust in the electoral process. “The American people deserve to know the outcome of their elections in a timely manner,” said a spokesperson for Lake’s campaign. “Delaying results only fuels suspicion and undermines confidence in our democracy.”
The outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching implications, not just for Arizona but for future elections across the country. If the court sides with the ACLU and LULAC, it could set a precedent for extending election timelines in other states, potentially reshaping how elections are conducted and counted.
Moreover, the Arizona Senate race is being closely watched as a bellwether for national politics. A victory for Lake would solidify Republican gains and signal strong support for Trump-aligned candidates. Conversely, a win for Gallego would bolster Democratic efforts to maintain control of the Senate and advance their legislative agenda.
The legal fight is expected to move quickly, with both sides eager to resolve the matter before the vote count is finalized. The Arizona Supreme Court could ultimately decide the case, adding another layer of drama to an already intense election season.
As the lawsuit unfolds, the stakes remain high. With control of the Senate hanging in the balance, both parties are pulling out all the stops to secure a victory in Arizona. For voters, the focus is on ensuring that every ballot is counted fairly and accurately, even as political tensions continue to escalate.
In the end, the battle over Arizona’s Senate race is not just about who wins—it’s about the future of electoral integrity in the United States.
For the Democracy my ass.!
It’s our Republic that stands in jeopardy.!
The ACLU has been and always will be a taxpayer criminal Scam of Communist unlawful propaganda bullshit.
The ACLU needs to be torn down and never reestablish ever again, my State of Texas, which can cover Arizona, 3-times counted the votes in 3 days so it shows Arizona, is going to cheat once more in favor of the Communist Democrats.
The future relies on their Democracy not ours. Ours is the Republic, so get it straight you Commie Bastards.!
Thank you, Mr. Smith. You were clear and concise. Arizona must be filled with criminals, and not just the illegals. I just wish they were throwing out Mark Kelly.
Allen, your welcome and I call it like it is.
It’s the something all over again, continue counting past the limited time by double counting Communist Kamala and throwing out President Trump’s votes as they did in 2020.
And those Commies don’t care if the people know what’s going on by their cheating.
Hopefully Keri lake will get hired by President Trump to his administration should the Commie Democrats call Dallego the winner.
I’ve been reading where the Communist Democrats are already working on ways to get rid of President Trump before and after his Inauguration.
Agreed!
The ACLU has always been a Leftist Communist Anti-American Demonic Machine just like what the Southern Poverty Law Center has been all about and up to; in attacking the good or truly just and benevolent in America! The heart and soul of these United States of America!
Just more of “the enemies within” that have been up to no good on the order of the Illuminati or Communist Party USA; all of them serve the father of all lies Satan.
One has to wonder why didn’t “We the People” or our elected Government eradicate them all long ago; but they have been like that serpent (snake) from hell which has directed them as they twisted and concocted lies or even powerful deceptions from our very own Constitutional strengths, in order to bring only darkness and destruction to America, as they usurp the forces of hell here in these United States of America. But, God Himself has the final plan for all of them!
Revelation 21:8 Amplified Bible “But as for the cowards and unbelieving and abominable [who are devoid of character and personal integrity and practice or tolerate immorality], and murderers, and sorcerers [with intoxicating drugs], and idolaters and occultists [who practice and teach false religions], and all the liars [who knowingly deceive and twist truth], their part will be in the lake that blazes with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.”
Revelation 20:10 Amplified Bible “And the devil who had deceived them was hurled into the lake of fire and burning brimstone (sulfur), where the beast (Antichrist) and false prophet are also; and they will be tormented day and night, forever and ever.”
Amen.
Uhh, not to pick but you misspelled, A☭LU.
Correct, American Communist Leftist Union, thanks for the reminder.