Evidence reveals potential ballot stuffing in New Mexico elections

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed the integrity of mail-in voting processes, presenting statistical analyses that aimed to clarify concerns regarding ballot stuffing and digital manipulation. The discussion highlighted two distinct races within the same county, showcasing contrasting evidence of electoral integrity.

In the first instance, the analysis revealed no statistical evidence of irregularities in a judicial retention race, where approximately 80% of voters supported Judge Bryant. The data, represented through a series of dots indicating subgroups of ballots, fell within established control limits, suggesting a fair voting process.

Conversely, the analysis of two other races—County Commissioner and County Treasurer—uncovered statistical evidence of ballot stuffing. The early mail-in voting segment, which accounted for about a quarter of the total votes, raised red flags, particularly in the County Commissioner race, where only 9,358 votes were cast. The limited number of ballots in this subgroup resulted in wider control limits, indicating uncertainty about the integrity of those votes. In contrast, the County Treasurer race, which garnered 22,000 votes, displayed narrower limits, reflecting a more robust dataset.

The meeting underscored the importance of statistical analysis in assessing electoral processes, particularly in New Mexico, where voting occurs in three phases: early mail-in, early in-person, and on Election Day. The officials emphasized the need for continued scrutiny to ensure the integrity of future elections, as they navigate the complexities of mail-in voting systems.