Heightened Security Measures for 2024 Elections

In anticipation of potential unrest during the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, measures are being taken nationwide to ensure security, including installing panic buttons in polling stations in Washoe County, Nevada, and deploying the National Guard. Native American communities continue to face voting access challenges despite gaining citizenship a century ago, with activists working to overcome these barriers. Businesses in Washington, D.C., have boarded up windows in preparation for potential election-related violence. In Louisiana, election officials are prepared with trained poll commissioners and secure voting machines. The Pittsburgh police chief is stepping down just days before election day, adding to local law enforcement complexities. Despite these challenges, officials remain committed to maintaining election security and integrity.