A Conspiracy Theory About QR Codes Has Led to Chaos Ahead of Georgia’s Midterms
Wired • 5/13/2026
Summary
Georgia has banned the use of QR codes for elections, influenced by claims from an individual known for promoting false assertions about Israel and 9/11. As a result, there is uncertainty regarding how ballots will be counted in the upcoming midterms.
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