D.C. distractions and detoxes to keep your mind off Election Day
Election Day is just around the corner, and anxious Washingtonians are in desperate need of an escape. The big picture: Local tensions are high in the lead-up to Nov. 5, with the District ramping up security to prepare for potential unrest and several protest permit applications already in for Election Day.
Extremists inspired by conspiracy theories pose major threat to 2024 elections, U.S. intelligence warns
U.S. intelligence agencies have identified domestic extremists with grievances rooted in election-related conspiracy theories, including beliefs in widespread voter fraud and animosity toward perceived political opponents, as the most likely threat of violence in the coming election. In a Joint Intelligence Bulletin that was not distributed publicly but was reviewed...
Top Republicans probe Biden admin on Afghan nationals' alleged Election Day terrorist plot
Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul led a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting crucial information about the Afghan nationals charged with plotting a terrorist attack.
FBI shares key issues they’re working on to protect Connecticut residents
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — From preventing cyber crime to maintaining election security, the FBI takes on a wide range of issues to ensure the safety of Connecticut residents. “These are the key issues that we are working on today,” Anish Shukla, acting special agent in charge at FBI New Haven, said. On Tuesday, News 8 sat […]
BCSO: Voter punches poll worker when reminded Texas law requires removal of MAGA hat at election site
SAN ANTONIO — A 63-year-old Bexar County man was arrested after allegedly punching an election clerk when he was asked to take off his hat supporting presidential candidate Donald Trump, breaking polling site rules. Jesse Lutzenberger faces charges of injury to an elderly person for assaulting the 69-year-old poll...