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Los Angeles Times

Bomb-sniffing dogs, metal detectors and snipers: Authorities prepare for election interference, unrest

Los Angeles Times
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72% Informative

Experts say threats could continue even after election day because results in certain races may take longer to determine.

Polling places and locations where ballots are counted have beefed up security in advance of Tuesday ’s election.

Bomb-sniffing dogs, metal detectors, snipers, panic buttons and rooftop snipers are deployed to protect workers and voters.

Federal Bureau of Investigations agents in each field office across the country poised to probe allegations of election fraud.

Security concerns and even attempts at election interference emerged weeks ago .

Some election officials across the country have installed panic buttons at election offices to alert law enforcement.

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo announced a “precautionary activation” of the Nevada National Guard for the election.

A survey shows that most Americans have seen a deepfake in recent months .

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formal

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English

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possibly offensive

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short-lived

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