• 2 months ago
Ballots destroyed after fires are set in ballot drop boxes in Oregon and WashingtonSource AP
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00:00Authorities are investigating fires set in ballot drop boxes in Portland, Oregon.
00:05In Portland, an incendiary device triggered a fire suppression system, damaging only three
00:10ballots.
00:11Across the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington, a similar incident occurred.
00:16However, the fire suppression system failed, resulting in the destruction of hundreds of
00:20ballots.
00:21Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey noted the system's failure remains unexplained.
00:26The incidents have prompted a thorough investigation to determine the cause and prevent future
00:31occurrences.
00:32Authorities are working diligently to ensure the integrity of the election process in both
00:36regions.

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