Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Lucas Kunce rallied with United Auto Workers in Wentzville as Election Day approaches, criticizing Sen. Josh Hawley’s stance on organized labor. Kunce highlighted Hawley’s votes against key legislation and addressed a recent campaign incident involving a reporter injured by shrapnel at a shooting range event.
Meanwhile, U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski brought Rep. Jasmine Crockett to headline a re-election rally in East St. Louis as she faces a tough race against Republican Joshua Lloyd. Crockett emphasized the importance of holding the House majority, while Democrats try to overcome the GOP’s advantage.
In Missouri, absentee ballot concerns arise as the deadline passes and election security becomes a focus with concerns over foreign interference. Officials urge voters to use trusted sources for information, with CISA Director Jen Easterly asserting the security of the election infrastructure.
Additionally, voters in two St. Louis County cities will decide on allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries to remain, following the legalization of recreational marijuana in Missouri two years ago.
As the campaign season enters its final stretch, candidates and officials are ramping up efforts to ensure voter safety and election integrity. Press coverage of campaign events and issues will continue leading up to Election Day.
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