Maine and Michigan Launch Early Voting for November Election

Voters in several states are preparing for the November 3 general election through early voting and registration windows. In Michigan, statewide early in-person voting begins October 24 and runs through November 1.

Maine has experienced record absentee voting since October 5. Secretary of State Shenna Bellows reported that over 200,000 residents requested ballots, with more than half already returned. Republican congressional candidate Paul LePage cast his absentee ballot on October 22, stating the election is the most important the United States will see in decades.

In Nebraska, the deadline to register for the statewide general election is 6 p.m. on Friday, October 23. To assist voters in meeting this cutoff, the Lancaster County Election Commissioner extended office hours.