Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, November 5, 2026 — Scott County, Iowa, officials have initiated an election audit in Davenport. This precautionary measure follows reports of voting machines intermittently issuing ballot reject error codes. The errors were noted in three specific precincts within the county.

Election officials have stated that the number of voters who cast ballots and the total number of ballots counted have been confirmed to match. Despite this confirmation, the audit is proceeding as an additional step to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the election process.

The specific dates on which the ballot reject error codes were observed were not provided. Similarly, details regarding the exact nature or frequency of these intermittent errors remain unspecified in the available information. The names of the specific precincts affected by the machine errors were also not disclosed.

The audit is being conducted to provide further assurance to voters and election stakeholders. Officials emphasized that such audits are standard practice and a vital component in maintaining public trust in electoral outcomes. The process aims to verify that all votes cast were accurately recorded and tallied, reinforcing the security and reliability of the voting systems used.

No specific findings or outcomes of the audit have been released at this time, as the process is ongoing. The county is focused on a thorough review to confirm the accuracy of the vote count and the proper functioning of the equipment used. The precautionary audit underscores a commitment to transparency in electoral procedures.



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