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New Jersey Polling Locations Shifted Amid Bomb Threats on Election Day
On Election Day, several polling locations in New Jersey were relocated due to bomb threats, impacting voters in multiple counties, including Bergen and Mercer County, New Jersey.
- Early on Election Day, law enforcement responded to bomb threats received via email targeting polling places across various regions including Bergen County, New Jersey and Passaic County, New Jersey.
- Polling locations in counties such as Mercer County, New Jersey and Monmouth County, New Jersey were shifted, ensuring voter safety amid the threats as confirmed by the state Office of the Attorney General.
- Tahesha Way, the state’s Secretary of State, emphasized that law enforcement was deployed to each affected site to manage the situation and assist voters during the disruption.
Why It Matters
This incident underscores the vulnerabilities faced during elections, highlighting the need for robust security measures. The response from law enforcement and election officials reflects the importance of ensuring voter safety and maintaining trust in the electoral process.