Election Officials Warned of Security Threats Ahead of 2023 Votes
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Election officials warned about threats like AI-powered disinformation campaigns and dangerous substances being mailed to offices in 2023.
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The US, UK, and Canada pledged to combat foreign "information manipulation" aimed at undermining democracies.
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Agencies recommend paper ballot return over electronic return due to "significant security risks" to ballot integrity and voter privacy.
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Election offices should have procedures to handle suspicious mail and worker exposure to potentially lethal substances like fentanyl, anthrax, and ricin.
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The government issued 10 best practices for responding to contact with hazardous materials, like immediately calling 911.