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Hoax Bomb Threats Target US Polling Places
Hoax bomb threats targeting US polling places on Election Day, allegedly linked to Russia, caused temporary disruptions but did not significantly impact voting.
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- What were the consequences of the threats in Georgia?
- At least two polling locations in Georgia were briefly evacuated due to the threats, but reopened after about 30 minutes. Fulton County is seeking a court order to extend voting hours at these locations.
- Were there similar incidents reported in other states?
- Besides Georgia, similar threats were reported in Michigan, Arizona, and Wisconsin. While some locations received threats, no significant disruptions to voting were reported in these states.
- What country was suspected of involvement in the events?
- Many of the threats appeared to originate from Russian email domains, leading to accusations of Russian interference by officials like Georgia's Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger. The Russian embassy denied any involvement, calling the accusations malicious slander.
- What was the nature of the incidents reported on Election Day?
- Hoax bomb threats targeting polling places in four battleground states (Georgia, Michigan, Arizona, and Wisconsin) were reported on Election Day. The FBI stated that none of the threats were credible, but investigations are underway.
- What is the broader context of these events in relation to past elections?
- The threats are considered the latest in a string of alleged Russian interference in US elections, following previous accusations of creating and disseminating false videos aimed at influencing the outcome.