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Why Some Election Officials Prefer the Drop Box Over the Mailbox

October 7, 2026

Why Some Election Officials Prefer the Drop Box Over the Mailbox

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s baseless attacks on mail-in voting and new rules from the US Postal Service, some election officials are encouraging voters to return their ballots in drop boxes. However, disinformation and conspiracy theories persist. We explore how local officials are working to secure them ahead of Election Day.

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Guest: Jeremy Herb, CNN Politics Reporter

Host: David Rind

Producer: Paola Ortiz

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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