Alabama counts votes faster than DC despite same deadline

Published Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Updated June 18

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A comparison of election vote counting speeds revealed that Alabama processed the vast majority of its votes within approximately an hour on Tuesday night. In contrast, Washington D.C. officials only began counting votes hours later, despite both having the same poll deadline.

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Alabama counted the vast majority of its votes within approximately an hour, with the Associated Press calling races by 9:31 p.m. Eastern Time, while Washington D.C. officials only began counting votes at 10:47 p.m. on Tuesday night, despite having the same poll deadline.

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Election Efficiency & Criticism of DC

Fox News
The article highlights the significant difference in vote counting speed between Alabama and Washington D.C., emphasizing the criticisms from Republicans and election-integrity advocates regarding D.C.'s slow process and its potential impact on public confidence.
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