The rising threat of violence against public officials during the 2024 election cycle has highlighted the growing security risks. High-profile cases include death threats against judges and prosecutors involved in Trump's legal matters and threats to election officials. A June 2024 survey showed concerning levels of public support for political violence. Security measures for election officials have been heightened, including panic buttons and enhanced physical protections. Despite these efforts, officials continue to face escalating risks.
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00:02The rising threat of violence against public officials during the 2024 election cycle has
00:07highlighted the growing security risks.
00:09High-profile cases include death threats against judges and prosecutors involved in Trump's
00:14legal matters and threats to election officials.
00:17A June 2024 survey showed concerning levels of public support for political violence.
00:23Security measures for election officials have been heightened, including panic buttons and
00:26enhanced physical protections.
00:28Despite these efforts, officials continue to face escalating risks.
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