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politics2 years ago

Election Clerks Face Fentanyl-Laced Letters: Utah Considers Protective Measures

Utah officials are considering providing Narcan and gloves to election clerks in ballot processing centers as a precautionary measure against fentanyl-laced letters, following a series of suspicious letters appearing in multiple states. Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson is urging county clerks to be prepared for the possibility of such letters and is working to procure supplies and training resources. Mental health resources will also be made available to support election workers during this stressful time. While some officials believe accidental exposure to fentanyl is negligible, precautions are being taken to ensure the safety of election workers.

crime2 years ago

"FBI Probes Fentanyl-Laced Letters Targeting Washington Election Offices"

The FBI is investigating suspicious letters containing fentanyl that were sent to election offices in five Washington counties. The letters, some of which were postmarked in Portland, Oregon, contained messages calling for an end to elections and featured symbols associated with both leftist and conservative politics. Four county election offices had to be evacuated, causing delays in vote counting. Traces of fentanyl were found in some of the letters, while others contained baking soda. Similar incidents occurred during the August primary, and authorities are treating these incidents as acts of terrorism.