Minnesota Election Offices Targeted by Bomb Threats

Since November 8, bomb threats have been sent to election offices in over half of Minnesota's 87 counties, as reported by Secretary of State Steve Simon. These threats, received via email, are being investigated in coordination with local, state, and federal law enforcement. Simon condemned the threats as attempts to disrupt democracy while election officials continue their work to certify results and conduct post-election reviews. A recent Minnesota law has increased penalties for harassment and intimidation against election workers. The threats come in a context where federal warnings have identified domestic extremists as potential threats to election-related personnel. Simon emphasized the importance of accountability for those responsible for these threats.