Georgia Polling Stations Receive Russian-Origin Bomb Threats on Election Day
#Georgia #ElectionSafetyGeorgia's polling stations faced bomb threats of Russian origin on Election Day, leading to evacuations in Union City and Fulton County. The threats, investigated by the Secretary of State, were deemed non-viable. Georgia remains a crucial swing state in the presidential election. read more
"49ers Rookie Ricky Pearsall Shot in Attempted Robbery Incident"
#SanFranciscoCrime #ElectionSafetyThe shooting of San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall in a robbery attempt has refocused attention on crime in the city as Mayor London Breed seeks reelection, emphasizing public safety efforts. The incident sparks concern weeks prior to the mayoral election. read more
Georgia Officials Allocate Funding for Election Worker Panic Buttons
#Georgia #ElectionSafetyGeorgia officials in the US have approved funding for panic buttons to protect election workers amid rising threats. These buttons can alert law enforcement, and one in six workers reported being threatened since the 2020 elections. read more
#France #ElectionSafety
Around 30,000 police officers will be deployed across France after the parliamentary election to prevent trouble. Candidates have reported being attacked on the campaign trail, including a government spokeswoman and a local politician, amid fears of escalating violence. read more