Meet thexa0Pennsylvania nuns falsely accused of voter fraud

A Republican canvasser in Pennsylvania claimed to have found evidence of voter fraud at a Catholic church in Erie, where 53 voters were registered but none appeared to live there. However, it turns out that 55 nuns from the Benedictine Sisters of Erie were registered at the address. These nuns have been part of the community since the 1850s, actively engaging in social work.

The claims of fraud echoed concerns among some conservatives about the integrity of mail-in ballots, yet no substantial evidence has supported these suspicions. A local political operative's social media post containing the false claim went viral, prompting reactions from both local officials and the monastery.

Erie County, a swing region in Pennsylvania, remains a focal point for political activity, with past fluctuating results between parties in presidential elections. The ongoing campaign activity there includes both parties, with the Benedictine Sisters urging participation while maintaining a nonpartisan stance.

Misunderstandings between the monastery and the canvasser were addressed, although the Sisters demand an apology for the misinformation. Meanwhile, mail-in voting remains a heated topic, with legal challenges anticipated.

Grassroots Republican efforts in swing states, often supported by significant figures, are focused on increasing mail-in ballot participation among Republicans. Despite the controversy, the monastery has extended an invitation to the political operative for a visit, in hopes of better understanding their role in the community.