Federal Officials Say They’re Monitoring Elections for Cyber Threats

Federal Officials Say They’re Monitoring Elections for Cyber Threats
(Left) Democratic gubernatorial candidate former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, speaks to supporters during a rally in Richmond, Va., on Nov. 1, 2021. ; (Right) Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin gestures as he speaks to supporters during a rally in Chesterfield, Va., on Nov. 1, 2021. (Steve Helber/AP Photo)Steve Helber/AP Photo
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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The Department of Homeland Security’s cybersecurity agency said it is on alert for threats on Election Day in states including Virginia and New Jersey as voters head to the polls Tuesday.

In a statement on Monday, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced that it set up an election “situational awareness room” to monitor elections in 30 states that include “federal partners,” state and local election officials, and political organizations.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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