Officials in a Pennsylvania county are not going to use drop boxes for the upcoming presidential election, over concerns that the boxes could be subject to tampering.
The boxes are used in a number of states. Voters can drop mail-in ballots into the boxes.
Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo said in a statement to news outlets that the county will not use the boxes in November because she cannot vouch for the boxes remaining secure.
“While I recognize that drop boxes can provide alternative means for voters to cast their ballots, I must prioritize the safety and security of our community in the current political climate,” she said….