A civil grand jury report examining Riverside County’s Registrar of Voters revealed a “serious security breach” during the 2024 election due to bomb threats. While the report found no fraud or malfeasance, it highlighted inadequate emergency procedures for temporary workers during evacuations, noting a lack of evacuation records and missing emergency supplies. The jury recommended improvements in the ballot chain of custody system, suggesting a move to an automated system to enhance security and efficiency, and recommended automation in the signature verification process to streamline vote counting. Despite efforts to improve election security and transparency, the report also pointed out areas for improvement in training and procedure.
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The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground reporting and accessible journalism, highlighting a recent incident in the Oval Office as an example. During a classified briefing with military leaders, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unexpectedly appeared, raising concerns about security clearance. This event reflects a broader shift in the Trump White House, where the Oval Office functions more like a “Grand Central Terminal” due to its informal atmosphere and frequent influx of visitors. This contrasts with the usual controlled environment of the president’s office.
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As part of the discovery process, SMART Legislation submitted extensive document requests and questions to the Rockland County Board of Elections regarding the 2024 election results. The requests seek information on voting machines, software, security protocols, and communications with vendors, including software updates. The inquiries also questioned the use of technologies like Starlink’s Direct to Cell service. Furthermore, the lawsuit, with a full hand recount requested, highlights discrepancies in vote counts and statistical improbabilities within the 2024 election data. The next court hearing is a compliance conference set for September 22, 2025, at the Rockland County Courthouse.
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A gunman, identified as a 31-year-old male experiencing a mental health crisis, opened fire at Crosspointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, injuring at least one person—the church security guard—who returned fire and killed the suspect. The incident began with erratic driving and escalated when the suspect, wearing tactical gear and carrying multiple firearms, shot at a truck that attempted to stop him. A timely intervention by the truck driver allowed the security guard to engage the shooter. The FBI and Homeland Security are assisting in the ongoing investigation.
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A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack targeted Romanian government websites, including those of the ministries of internal affairs and justice, during the country’s presidential re-election. While the hackers claimed responsibility via Telegram, the Cybersecurity Directorate reported all listed websites were operational by 2 p.m. local time. This attack follows a history of significant cyberattacks against Romania’s election infrastructure, including over 85,000 incidents in November. The timing of the attack, coinciding with the election, raises concerns about potential interference.
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Jordan’s Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya announced the immediate and complete enforcement of legal measures against the dissolved Muslim Brotherhood, declaring all its activities illegal and seizing its assets. Strict penalties will be applied to individuals and entities promoting the group or its ideology, including the closure of all associated offices and premises. Authorities uncovered evidence of the group’s attempts to conceal activities and even an explosives manufacturing operation, highlighting the security threat posed. These actions, according to Al-Faraya, safeguard Jordan’s security and public order.
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The Trump administration’s dismantling of key election security networks, built over eight years, leaves election offices vulnerable. Significant cuts to CISA, including the layoff of cybersecurity specialists and the cancellation of information-sharing initiatives, have severely weakened the nation’s ability to detect and respond to election threats. Simultaneously, the disbanding of key FBI task forces focused on foreign interference and domestic threats further compromises election security. These actions, justified by the administration as necessary to address unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud, have alarmed state officials and raised concerns about the integrity of future elections. State-level efforts to fill the void are underway, but face significant challenges.
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A proposed ban on barcodes on ballots, potentially driven by a desire to slow down vote counting, presents a complex issue with significant implications. The idea seems to stem from a belief that delaying the vote count could create opportunities for political manipulation and unrest. This delay could provide more time to challenge the legitimacy of the count, potentially leading to a chaotic situation where claims of fraud are amplified and used to undermine the election outcome.
This strategy plays into a broader pattern of undermining faith in democratic processes. By intentionally slowing down the process, the intention might be to sow discord and distrust, enabling the exertion of influence on the final result.… Continue reading
Seventeen Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) employees, including ten regional election security specialists, have been placed on administrative leave pending an internal review. This action jeopardizes critical election security support provided to state and local election offices nationwide, impacting vital services such as cybersecurity assessments and training. The review reportedly focuses on efforts to counter foreign interference and disinformation campaigns, raising concerns about the agency’s future given ongoing criticism from Republican officials. State election officials from both parties have voiced strong support for CISA’s election security work.
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Due to a credible Iranian assassination threat involving operatives and surface-to-air missiles, President Trump’s campaign employed elaborate security measures during the 2024 election cycle. These precautions included using a decoy plane belonging to Steve Witkoff, while his staff traveled on his usual aircraft, “Trump Force One.” A decoy motorcade was also implemented to further obfuscate the President’s movements. These actions highlight the extreme security concerns surrounding Trump’s campaign.
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