Pelino seeks recount in close GOP gubernatorial primary

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: September 10, 2026

Words: 513

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Trailing by 271 votes in preliminary, unofficial primary results, Republican gubernatorial candidate Elaine Pelino asked for a recount in her matchup against Aaron Guckian, the Board of Elections confirmed.

In a Facebook post just after noon Thursday, Pelino said her decision to file the request was about “election integrity and respect for our voters.”

“In a race so close, we must make sure that every Republican who casted a ballot in this race …

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