Turkey Votes to Expand Powers Amid Fraud Claims

Turkey votes 51%-49% in favor of vastly expanding the powers of the president.

There are several reports of voter fraud, but those claims have been dismissed by the Turkish high court.

Turkey Votes to Expand Powers Amid Fraud Claims

Official Count Says 51.37% Yes, 48.63% No by Jason Ditz, April 16, 2017 The final count from Turkey’s High Electoral Board on the contentious referendum to massively expand President Erdogan’s powers showed a narrow win, 51.37% in favor, and 48.63% opposed.