“If you were to send a poll worker a hidden camera to record audiovisual in a voting location, you might be guilty of conspiracy to violate Arizona law,” warned Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell in a letter that was leaked to The Washington Post prior to James O’Keefe’s knowledge of its contents. Contrary to the implications made by Mitchell, O'Keefe Media Group has upheld transparency regarding its commitment to refrain from sending hidden cameras to Arizona for legal purposes regarding voter privacy, raising questions about the communication practices within the county.
In a recent phone call exchange, O'Keefe questioned Jeanine L’Ecuyer, the Maricopa County Chief of Staff for Strategic Planning and Communication, about her office's potential involvement in the leak. During the discussion, O'Keefe pointed out L’Ecuyer’s connections to The Washington Post reporter Yvonne Wingett Sanchez, to which L’Ecuyer described Sanchez as a “professional acquaintance.”
When O'Keefe expressed his concerns over how the Washington Post could have known to obtain the letter prior to his receival of it, L’Ecuyer responded, “There are many other people in government who could have... been aware that the letter was in process.” When he noted that if several of her staff in-office knew about the letter, she would be implying a leak, she remarked, “That’s faulty logic.”
O'Keefe emphasized the significance of transparency in government communication, stating, “You’re part of the government, right? You’re working hand in hand with legacy media outlets to target journalists,” furthering, “It’s a fight of good versus evil, truth versus fiction.” L’Ecuyer maintained, “I have no idea how they became aware,” in an attempt to further distance herself from involvement.
Frustration and exhaustion are palpable among those in line, with many sharing they are "Tired and hungry" and "Ready for dinner." One even displayed a stopwatch showing they had been waiting "five hours, two minutes and seven seconds."
Another frustrated voter voiced his concerns: "This system is brutal." In an attempt to explain the reasoning behind the increasing wait times voters are experiencing, he stated, "The printer takes too long to print. You have to keep on pushing buttons just to try to go back and do things... This stuff right here is garbage." He added, "Waste of tax dollar money. Get some better equipment."
James O'Keefe is on the ground in Mt. Laurel, NJ, speaking with voters who have been waiting in line for hours with no clear explanation as to why the process is taking so long. Voters are expressing frustration, as they’ve been standing in line without receiving updates or information. The delays are impacting people’s ability to cast their votes in a timely manner, and many are seeking clarity on what’s causing the holdup.
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell recently sent a legal letter threatening OMG over our citizen journalism efforts, claiming that our hidden camera investigations could constitute as "election interference." However, our attorneys have responded, making it clear that overseeing and reporting on the election process is not interference—it’s the essence of journalism and accountability. As our attorney Benjamin Barr said, "Labeling recordings interference is like suggesting ears cause trouble. Sometimes the First Amendment just means listening."
We refuse to allow officials like Rachel Mitchell and Joseph E. La Rue to misinterpret the First Amendment and threaten independent journalism. Our legal team calls for Maricopa County to "welcome, not scold, citizen journalists and observers as part of its commitment to civilian oversight today."
With figures like CBS's David Becker urging us to "trust official sources," it's clear that pushing for full transparency and oversight is...
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Stay informed on Polling Station Recording Laws to ensure you’re covering the election responsibly. Our guide provides state-specific insights on where and how you can record, as well as best practices for respecting voter privacy.
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Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for legal advice. Consult an attorney for questions
