Courts Allow DOJ to Watch Polls in Missouri and Texas

Two states, Missouri and Texas, tried to keep the Justice Department (DOJ) from sending lawyers to monitor polls on Election Day. They said it would interfere with their own election authorities. However, federal judges didn't agree. In Missouri, the DOJ has the right to monitor polls as part of a deal to make voting places accessible to people with disabilities. In Texas, the judge needed more details about the DOJ's plans before making a decision. Both states aren't considered close in the election race.The DOJ wants to make sure people's voting rights are protected. They plan to monitor polls in 27 states, including some important ones like Arizona and Pennsylvania. The DOJ says they won't get in the way of voters or break any state laws. They just want to make sure everything goes smoothly and fairly.