ELECTION SECURITY

Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Ballot Box Fires: A Threat to Voting in the Northwest

In the days leading up to Election Day, several ballot boxes in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, were set on fire. Hundreds of ballots were destroyed in these incidents, which authorities believe are connected. The fires follow a similar event earlier this month in Vancouver. Election of

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Voting Box Fires in Portland and Vancouver: Are They Connected?

Early Monday morning, voting box fires were reported in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. Authorities suspect these incidents might be linked due to similarities, including the use of an identical Volvo at both scenes. Portland police described the fires as targeted and intentional. Three

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Election Threats: Conspiracy Theories Fuel Extremist Violence

U. S. intelligence agencies are on high alert for domestic extremists driven by conspiracy theories. These extremists believe in voter fraud and harbor intense dislike for political opponents. The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) warn that these extremists could disrupt the 2024 electio

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Foreign Powers Ramp Up Election Meddling

As the U. S. election heats up, foreign countries like Russia, China, and Iran are getting more active. Microsoft's report warns that Russian operatives are spreading fake videos to hurt Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. Meanwhile, China is targeting candidates who criticize them, and Iran is

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Russia, China, and Iran's Digital Election Muddle

There's a rising concern about foreign meddling in the upcoming US presidential election, with Russia, China, and Iran supposedly ramping up their efforts. Microsoft's threat intelligence team has flagged these countries for their coordinated moves to influence public opinion and potentially disrupt

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Election Security: Kansas City Tightens Polling Place Protections

Election Day is just around the corner, and Kansas City is ensuring that voters feel safe. Over the past few years, election officials have faced threats and harassment. Shawn Kieffer, a director with the Kansas City Board of Election Commissioners, recalls an incident earlier this year where a vote

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Trump's Campaign Speeds Up Security Needs

As concerns over safety rise, Donald Trump's campaign team has been pushing for greater security measures ahead of the upcoming presidential election. Two attempted assassinations and an ongoing threat from Iran have prompted Trump's team to ask for military aircraft with anti-missile capabilities a

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Election Meddling: Lessons from a County Clerk's Downfall

Imagine someone in charge of elections deciding to mess with the system. That's exactly what happened when Tina Peters, a former county clerk in Colorado, got caught up in a tangled web of deceit. It all started in 2021 when authorities discovered she had been tampering with voting equipment, puttin

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Oct 04 2024OPINION

Empowering Voters, One Election at a Time

In the lead-up to November's election, Idaho is taking steps to ensure that every voter has confidence in the process. From updated online tools to rigorous testing of voting machines, officials are working tirelessly to make elections more accessible and secure. At the heart of it all is a commitme

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Sep 23 2024POLITICS

Election Fortress: Securing the Future of Democracy

As the United States prepares for the upcoming presidential election, one county, Maricopa County in Arizona, has taken unprecedented measures to ensure the safety and integrity of its electoral process. The county's election headquarters has been transformed into a virtual fortress, complete with b

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