The secret ballot has been an article of faith in U.S. elections. That's being tested in Georgia
Summary
Researchers say Georgia’s voting machines have a weakness that can link voters to their ballots after voting. This flaw does not change votes but could break the secret ballot rule, which is important for protecting voter privacy.Key Facts
- Georgia’s voting equipment can let someone see which voter cast which ballot after the vote is cast.
- The flaw does not change votes or affect election results.
- Secret ballots are protected by Georgia’s state constitution.
- Security experts warn that advances in artificial intelligence make this problem more urgent.
- Election security advocates criticize Georgia officials for not fully fixing the issue before the November elections.
- Georgia election officials say they have made some improvements to reduce risks.
- Privacy concerns from this flaw could lead to legal challenges about the election.
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