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Colorado Voting System Password Incident Triggers Outcry and Investigation

Colorado Secretary of State's office mistakenly published voting system passwords, prompting criticism, investigations, and heightened scrutiny of election integrity.

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Updated: Oct 30th, 2024, 8:07 PM ET

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The Colorado Secretary of State's office mistakenly disclosed voting system passwords on its website for several months. While officials assert there is no immediate election threat, GOP members demand Secretary Jena Griswold's resignation amid calls for greater transparency. The passwords, part of a secure system requiring two credentials for access, have since been changed. County clerks were not informed about the passwords during the investigation. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over election security, especially in the wake of previous data breaches and scrutiny of election integrity.

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