Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced on Tuesday that recent bomb threats disrupting voting at two polling places in the state were traced back to Russian origins. Raffensperger stated, “We’ve heard some threats that were of Russian origin,” emphasizing the need for public safety and the state’s commitment to investigating such threats.
While the secretary did not provide details on how officials determined the threats were linked to Russia, the incidents led to temporary closures of polling places in Union City, a community located just outside Atlanta with a population that is nearly 90% Black, according to the US Census Bureau.
The FBI, in its statement regarding the situation, did not specify the source of the threats. It acknowledged awareness of multiple bomb threats across Georgia, reaffirming that ensuring election integrity and community safety remains a top priority. The agency is collaborating with state and local law enforcement to address these election-related threats and protect voters.
Raffensperger remarked, “They’re up to mischief, it seems, and they don’t want us to have a smooth, fair, and accurate election.” He suggested that any actions aimed at inciting discord among Americans are seen as a victory for foreign adversaries. The FBI confirmed that there is no information indicating the threats are credible.
