A lawsuit in New York’s Rockland County alleges voting machines failed to count hundreds of votes for Kamala Harris—raising concerns about ballot integrity but unlikely to impact Trump’s certified win.
At a Glance
- Harris supporters allege voting machines in Rockland County failed to record hundreds of presidential votes
- The case is backed by the election integrity group SMART Legislation and is moving forward with judicial approval
- Affidavits claim machines logged zero votes for president while recording down-ballot races
- Plaintiffs seek a full hand recount and access to machine logs; next hearing set for September 22
- Legal experts say the suit won’t overturn Trump’s win but may spur reforms in vote auditing and machine use
Lawsuit Challenges Machine Accuracy
A group of voters and election observers have filed suit alleging that voting machines in Rockland County malfunctioned during the 2024 presidential election—specifically undercounting or omitting votes for Kamala Harris. Affidavits submitted to the court describe ballots marked for Harris that went unregistered, while votes for down-ballot candidates were properly recorded.
The organization SMART Legislation has spearheaded the legal effort, and a judge has granted permission for full discovery, including access to machine logs and election staff testimony. The lawsuit’s primary aim is to determine whether the errors were random malfunctions—or part of a deeper vulnerability in the voting system.
Certified Win Unaffected—for Now
Despite the lawsuit’s alarming allegations, legal experts say it is unlikely to impact the overall outcome of the 2024 presidential race. Donald Trump’s victory has already been certified, and even a full hand recount in Rockland County would not shift enough votes to change the national result.
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Instead, legal analysts argue the case could become a flashpoint for election integrity reform. If successful, the lawsuit may prompt broader audits, hand recount protocols, and closer scrutiny of how electronic machines record, tally, and transmit votes.
Broader Concerns and Political Repercussions
The case adds fuel to a growing national debate over voting technology. Previous concerns about software updates, machine calibration, and vendor oversight—particularly involving firms like Pro V&V—are resurfacing. While federal investigations have debunked widespread fraud claims in past cycles, this localized suit highlights how even isolated anomalies can threaten public trust.
The next court hearing is scheduled for September 22, with discovery proceedings likely to intensify over the summer. Plaintiffs insist their goal is transparency—not election reversal—but the political stakes remain high.
As scrutiny grows, this Rockland case could help shape how America votes—and audits—for years to come.
