Powers v. Donahue

OPINION OF THE COURT

This proceeding was commenced by the Republican and Democratic State Chairs prior to the November 7, 2000 general elections in anticipation of a close contest for United States Senator and, in its original formulation, sought to impound all voting machines and paper ballots throughout the State. Following the election, however, it was stipulated to dismiss the petition with respect to all but the 26th Senatorial District and two upstate contests not relevant herein, and the applications of the New York State Senatorial candidates seeking intervention were granted without…