POLITICSJun 4 · 22:54 UTCCBS NEWS

Why does it take so long to count votes in California? Here's what to know.

Mail-in ballots and security measures are causing vote-counting delays in California's close contests. Last-minute voters in the governor's race may further slow the process, according to an election expert.

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