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Bomb Threats Linked to Russia Disrupt Polling on Election Day as Vote Count Continues

Election Day saw bomb threats from Russian sources leading to temporary polling disruptions across several states, with officials confirming the integrity of the voting process.

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Updated: Nov 6th, 2024, 2:23 AM ET

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On Election Day, bomb threats originating from Russian email domains affected polling locations in Georgia and several other states, although they were deemed non-credible. The FBI and local officials reported temporary disruptions, with Georgia facing the brunt of these threats, particularly in Fulton County. Despite isolated incidents, officials assured that voting infrastructure remained secure, and vote counting continues, as battleground states work to finalize results amid attention on potential unrest following the election.

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