Ballot Box Fires in Portland and Vancouver Under Investigation

Authorities suspect a single individual in recent ballot box arson incidents, with potential implications for a competitive congressional race.

A suspect with metal fabrication skills is believed to have set fires at ballot drop boxes in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, damaging hundreds of ballots.
The incendiary devices used in the attacks were marked with 'Free Gaza,' leading investigators to explore possible political motivations.
Authorities have linked the incidents to a dark-colored 2001-2004 Volvo S60 seen near the sites, and the FBI is investigating the connections.
Clark County officials are issuing replacement ballots to nearly 500 voters affected by the Vancouver fire, which occurred in a key congressional district.
Despite the arson, experts assure voters that ballot security remains robust, with fire suppression systems and regular monitoring in place.