Shasta County in California plans to appoint Tina Peters, a former Colorado election official recently released from prison, as an elections consultant. Peters, who was convicted of multiple felonies related to election security breaches, will replace the county's deputy clerk during his medical leave but will not have access to the voting system.
The county has gained attention for its election denialism, with officials previously attempting to overhaul voting processes. Peters' hiring comes as the county faces scrutiny over its election practices and a recent voter-approved measure that has been temporarily blocked by the state.
Watch how Peters' consulting role influences Shasta County's election processes, especially amid ongoing legal challenges to recent voter-approved measures. With Curtis' tenure ending and a new clerk incoming, the county's election integrity and public trust remain at stake.