Bomb Threats Prompt Evacuations at Election Sites
Bomb Threats Prompt Evacuations at Election Sites
Bomb Threats Prompt Evacuations at Election Sites
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Multiple bomb threats were reported across election offices in California and Maryland on Friday, causing evacuations and temporary halts to ballot counting. In Orange and Riverside counties, California, authorities evacuated their voter registration offices after receiving threats, with no explosives found during subsequent searches by bomb squads. The Riverside County Registrar reaffirmed their commitment to a transparent electoral process, while the Orange County facility was also evacuated shortly before the scheduled end of ballot processing. In Maryland, several county boards, including Montgomery County, received similar threats via email, prompting evacuations and safety assurances from election officials. All locations reported that they would resume their ballot counting processes soon after ensuring safety. This surge in threats coincided with ongoing election activities, raising concerns about the integrity and security of the voting process.

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