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October 3, 2024
State of Elections Address – Hinckley Institute
Two weeks ago, the FBI intercepted an envelope containing white powder that was mailed to my office from the so-called “United States Traitor Elimination Army.” This individual or organization mailed similar packages to chief election officers in most states. The suspicious powder is being tested and the investigation into this threat is ongoing. But one thing is clear: whether the enclosed substance is toxic or not, this letter was sent with the malicious intent to harm not me or my staff, but you, the voters.
August 2, 2024
NEWS RELEASE: Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson provides status update on Second Congressional District recount
Yesterday, the Tooele county clerk discovered an issue during their recount process affecting the way 55 adjudicated ballots were tallied. At this time, Washington County is the only other county in the Second Congressional District that is known to have experienced this issue. They are currently reviewing their adjudicated ballots.
June 3, 2024
Public notice: Soliciting arguments against constitutional amendments
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor is preparing information about the Constitutional Amendments that will appear on the 2024 General Election ballot in November. In accordance with Utah Code 20-7-705, voters may request to submit an argument AGAINST the following Constitutional Amendments: H.J.R. 10 (2023) – Proposal to Amend Utah Constitution – Election of County Sheriffs H.J.R. 18 (2023) –