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Domestic extremists who believe in conspiracy theories about election fraud are the most likely threat of violence ahead of the poll next week , US intelligence agencies say. The Department of Homeland Security has warned that extremists are considering a range of activities to disrupt the election and the peaceful transfer of power. People who could be targeted include candidates, elected officials, election workers, members of the media and judges were identified as people who could be targeted.
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“We have observed online users encouraging others to prepare for future violence against public officials and federal agents, who they view as responsible for inciting a forthcoming civil war,” the bulletin said. Trump has continued to wrongly claim fraud cost him reelection in 2020 and there are fears this could happen again. Trump’s false claims have undermined public confidence in elections among a large number of Republican voters, experts say.
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That blaze damaged three ballots inside, while officials say a fire at a drop box in nearby Vancouver, Washington, early Monday destroyed hundreds of ballots..
