Here’s what we know 👇
Read this especially if you care about election security, misinformation, or how fragile public trust can be.
🚔 What Happened
Officials in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic counties received coordinated bomb threats Tuesday morning. Police and K-9 units evacuated schools and polling sites.
📞 The Response
The NJ Attorney General said “none of the threats appear credible.” Some sites reopened; others redirected voters to nearby locations.
🗳️ Why It Matters
The scare hit during a razor-thin governor’s race between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli. Even short-term closures can dampen turnout in key districts.
🧠 The Bigger Picture
Election-day disruptions are increasingly part of the political landscape, whether caused by hoaxes or foreign interference.
🧩 The Bottom Line
No bombs. But plenty of shaken voters. Election integrity isn’t just about machines, it’s about confidence. Should states impose harsher penalties for election-day threats to deter copycats?
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