Politics
Maricopa County election hotline listed an incorrect Election Day
An automated phone line operated by Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap’s office gave callers the wrong Election Day date. Supervisor Thomas Galvin criticized the office, saying thousands of people use its call center.
Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap’s office listed an incorrect Election Day date on an automated telephone line, a problem reported Oct. 20, 2026. The incorrect date and how long it appeared on the line were not specified in the available details.
County Supervisor Thomas Galvin criticized the mistake in a text message, saying, “Justin should be embarrassed that he can’t get the basics done right.” Galvin added that thousands of people call the center, underscoring the importance of accurate election information for voters.