Washoe County, Nevada, officials refuse to certify election results amid record-keeping issues, unsettling democracy experts.

Washoe County, Nevada, dubbed the "swingiest county in the swingiest state," is at the forefront of a troubling trend where county officials, in at least eight states, refuse to certify election results. This has raised concerns among democracy experts about potential voter distrust. Legal requirements mandate certification to prevent partisan interference, yet some officials cite record-keeping issues. The situation underscores ongoing challenges in election integrity and administration.