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US Election Disrupted by Bomb Threats and Technical Issues
Bomb threats and technical issues disrupted voting in several key US states on Election Day.
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FbiRussian EmbassyWisconsin Election Commission
Brad RaffenspergerVladimir PutinJosh ShapiroAdrian FontesAnn Jacobs
- What was the overall impact of these disruptions?
- Despite the disruptions, most polling stations remained open, and in some cases, voting hours were extended to compensate for delays. Many states reported minimal overall disruptions.
- What was the suspected origin of the bomb threats?
- The FBI investigated the threats, deeming them "non-credible," while state officials like Georgia's Brad Raffensperger noted the suspicious origin and potential for election interference.
- What caused voting disruptions in several US battleground states?
- Bomb threats from suspected Russian email domains disrupted voting in several US battleground states, causing delays and temporary closures of polling stations.
- Were there any other issues affecting voting besides bomb threats?
- Technical problems, including printer and computer issues, also affected voting in some North Carolina counties, though the impact was less widespread than the bomb threat disruptions.
- How did the Russian embassy respond to accusations of interference?
- The Russian embassy denied any involvement in the bomb threats, while the US election is expected to hinge on the results from several key battleground states.