US Election Day Marred by Bomb Threats Linked to Russia

Despite numerous bomb threats targeting key swing states, US authorities report no credible threats, ensuring the election process continues with heightened security.

• Bomb threats were reported in several swing states, including Georgia, Arizona, and Pennsylvania, causing temporary evacuations but no major disruptions.
• The FBI traced many of the threats to Russian email domains, though they were deemed not credible, and the Kremlin has denied any involvement.
• Election officials in Nevada faced issues with mail-in ballots due to signature mismatches, potentially delaying results as voters are given time to correct errors.
• Technical problems with voting machines in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania required manual recounts and extended polling hours to ensure vote accuracy.
• Despite these challenges, voter turnout remained high, with record participation anticipated in states like Georgia, reflecting public determination to vote.

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