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Federal prosecutors set up hotlines to report election interference
The office set up regional hotlines and told voters to report threats, intimidation or disruption, with 911 reserved for violent incidents.
- The U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania is urging the public to report interference with campaigns, elections, or voting rights ahead of Tuesday's general election. The Justice Department aims to deter efforts to disrupt the electoral process.
- Concerns center on paid operatives coming into the Middle District to disrupt campaigns, make threats of violence, or otherwise interfere with voting. This initiative seeks to ensure public confidence in the electoral process.
- People with information can contact regional hotlines: Harrisburg at 717-614-4246, Scranton at 570-207-2856, and Williamsport at 570-326-2054. Complaints about voting rights violations can also go to the DOJ Civil Rights Division in Washington.
- In the case of a crime of violence or intimidation, the Department advises calling 911 immediately before contacting federal authorities. State and local police have primary jurisdiction over polling places and respond faster in emergencies.
- Following past practice, the county will not grant permission for federal monitors inside polling places, requiring them to stay at least 10 feet outside. This restriction applies equally to anyone not voting.
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DOJ sets up hotlines for reports of election interference
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is urging the public to report suspected interference with elections and campaigns, including threats, disruption by paid operatives, or actions that may infringe on a citizen’s right to vote.
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Federal prosecutors set up hotlines to report election interference
Harrisburg, Pa. — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania is asking the public to report any interference with elections, campaigns, or voting rights ahead of Tuesday’s general election.
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