Google has reportedly partnered with the Associated Press to provide authoritative results for next week’s election alongside other voting-related features. Searching for election results will bring up a dedicated feature with up-to-date information.
Last month, Google announced that it would ban US election-related ads after the polls close on November 3rd, attempting to forestall candidates prematurely claiming victory.
It has also published updates on potential hacking campaigns relating to the election, added panels on YouTube addressing voting-related misinformation, and introduced a Google News hub for the 2020 elections, among other changes. As of earlier this month, users can also find polling places with Search or Maps.
Meanwhile all digital platforms are under pressure to offer accurate information during the 2020 election. As many votes may be received by mail days after the polls close, giving unverified stories plenty of time to spread across sites like YouTube and Google Search.
