US Department of Justice. The US has announced that it will monitor elections in all 50 states for the first time. "Today, the Ministry of Justice is conducting the largest election monitoring operation in its history. About 1,000 observers will be deployed, who will work in all countries for the first time," the statement said. During election day, workers will maintain contact with state and local election officials. Observers will verify compliance with federal voting laws. Video: Sergey Yumatov/ TASS.