Why isn't Election Day a federal holiday?

A community story from North Carolina, reported by WCNC Charlotte.

Community · North Carolina · October 19, 2026

From WCNC Charlotte

Election Day falls on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition that dates back to 1845 for presidential elections.

Reported by WCNC Charlotte, October 19, 2026. Read the full story at WCNC Charlotte →

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