Trump cries ‘steal’ over slow California vote count, but anti-fraud system works, say experts
Donald Trump has accused Democrats of attempting to 'steal' elections in California due to the slow vote counting process. Experts assert that the slow pace is a result of a system designed to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud. While the system has its benefits, some suggest improvements could be made to speed up the counting process without compromising voter rights.
- ▪Trump's accusations come amid California's slow vote counting after the primary elections.
- ▪Experts emphasize that the slow pace is due to a thorough verification system to ensure every vote is counted accurately.
- ▪Some political observers suggest that improving the ballot curing timeline could help speed up the process.
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The Los Angeles county ballot-processing center on Wednesday, in City of Industry, California. Photograph: Jae C Hong/APView image in fullscreenThe Los Angeles county ballot-processing center on Wednesday, in City of Industry, California. Photograph: Jae C Hong/APCaliforniaTrump cries ‘steal’ over slow California vote count, but anti-fraud system works, say expertsState’s tortoise-like pace is byproduct of system of verifications and opportunities for voters to fix errorsRoque Planas in Los AngelesSat 6 Jun 2026 10.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 6 Jun 2026 10.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleCalifornia’s slow vote counting has frustrated political observers eagerly awaiting results, and handed Donald Trump and others an opportunity to claim “election rigging”.
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