"The outcome is unacceptable and runs counter to the core of what this office stands for. While the mistake occurred after an election worker did not follow proper procedures, the responsibility for what happened ultimately sits with me."
"I promise you that we are taking this seriously. We will strengthen our processes and continue pursuing the necessary steps to ensure all votes are counted and secure."
Humboldt County discovered 596 uncounted ballots from a recent election due to a staff error over whether a drop box was fully emptied. The ballots were sealed and not tampered with, but the county is working to have them legally counted and will implement new procedures to prevent such errors in the future.
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