Democratic Primary to Continue as Planned in Three States Despite Growing Coronavirus Concerns

Democratic primaries in Arizona, Florida, and Illinois are taking off Tuesday morning despite the continued spread of the coronavirus.

The three states have confirmed that residents will be allowed to follow regular protocol for voting at the polls. However, state officials insist they have taken necessary precautions to ensure the safety of voters.

Despite growing concerns about the spread of the coronavirus, Florida officials argue that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommendation to avoid gatherings of more than 50 people doesn’t apply where “precinct-based voting” is concerned.

Florida Democratic and Republican lawmakers also insist early voting will likely offset the voter turnout. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R)also echoed similar sentiments.

“Probably most of the votes have already been cast,” DeSantis said.

A state Democratic official also said, “I don’t know how you would stop an election that’s 3/4 through. Over half of the election is in the bag.”

Illinois’ Democratic primary election will likely cause some form of confusion. MSNBC correspondent Garrett Haake has confirmed many election judges have stated that they would not be in attendance amid the 🦠Coronavirus Outbreak.

Owners of some of the precinct locations have also stated that they would be closed.