Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd is balancing between many Republicans who distrust voting systems and reassuring Florida voters that elections can be trusted.
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Florida Election Chief: System Is Secure, But More Changes Coming For 2026 Races
Florida’s Secretary of State, Cord Byrd, took a confident stance on the state’s election integrity Wednesday, telling lawmakers the system is "open and transparent" and secure. He pointed to major overhauls since the notorious 2000 presidential election,
The Republican-controlled Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration have made a series of changes to the election system in recent years, spurring controversies and legal challenges. Secretary of State Cord Byrd has expressed confidence in the integrity and security of Florida’s election system.
Byrd outlined his proposal to members of the House Government Operations Subcommittee as the state prepares for statewide elections in 2026, emphasizing the need for uniform election procedures across all 67 counties.
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