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Who protects those counting America's votes? US election workers face threats amid midterms

Who protects those counting America's votes? US election workers face threats amid midterms

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The 2026 U.S. midterm elections have concluded, setting the stage for a new Congress in 2027 with a defined timeline for vote counting, recounts, certification and oath‑taking. Democrats won the midterms, positioning Hakeem Jeffries to become the first Black speaker of the House, while former President Donald Trump congratulated the Democrats and linked the outcome to the Iran war. Gubernatorial contests across the country also produced historic victories, with candidates from diverse racial, gender and sexual backgrounds securing wins.

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    In response to escalating threats and harassment, local government workers overseeing elections in the US are now under heightened security measures. This includes installation of bulletproof glass and emergency panic buttons, alongside training to manage aggressive behavior and suspicious items…

    — The Times of India

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In response to escalating threats and harassment, local government workers overseeing elections in the US are now under heightened security measures. This includes installation of bulletproof glass and emergency panic buttons, alongside training to manage aggressive behavior and suspicious items…

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