Threats to Election Officials as Domestic Terrorism

Democrat Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes labels threats to election officials as domestic terrorism, emphasizing the impact on families and the need for law enforcement action.

Judicial Watch suing California election officials over voter roll maintenance

Judicial Watch is suing California election officials to remove ineligible and inactive registrants from the voter rolls, citing violations of the National Voter Registration Act. The lawsuit highlights counties in California that have removed very few registrants despite having millions on the rolls.

Threats and Misinformation Surrounding the 2024 Elections in Arizona

Law enforcement officials in Arizona are taking steps to address the heightened tensions and threats stemming from misinformation surrounding the 2024 elections, particularly in the battleground state. Threats against election officials have increased, with some cases resulting in prosecution.

Swatting incidents targeting election officials

Swatting incidents targeting election officials have become a major concern, with cases involving high-profile individuals like Jay Ashcroft, Missouri's Secretary of State. The practice of swatting, which involves making false crime reports to trigger law enforcement responses, poses unique challenges due to technological advancements like AI and encrypted communication apps. Despite efforts to combat swatting, authorities struggle to trace the perpetrators, leading to potential dangerous situations and legal loopholes.

AI Deepfake Threat to Election Officials in 2024 Elections

Election officials fear AI-generated deepfakes could be used to deceive the public and disrupt the democratic process ahead of the 2024 elections. They are preparing to combat this threat by incorporating AI scenarios into training and developing response strategies.