"Swatting Incident Targets Maine Official After Trump's Ballot Removal Sparks Controversy"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows reported her home was targeted in a swatting incident after her decision to remove Donald Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot. The swatting occurred when her address was posted online, leading to a false emergency call and a police response to her home. This event is part of a series of swatting incidents targeting politicians, highlighting concerns for their security. Bellows attributed the swatting to her barring Trump from the ballot, citing his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol as a violation of the 14th Amendment. She condemned the swatting and threats, emphasizing the unacceptable nature of such intimidation tactics.