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politicslaw-enforcement2 years ago

"Swatting Incident and Ballot Controversies Surround Trump's Election Eligibility"

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows' home was targeted in a swatting incident after she disqualified former President Donald Trump from Maine's primary ballot. The false threat led to a significant police response, but no one was harmed as Bellows was not at home. The swatting follows threats to Bellows and her office since the ruling, which Trump plans to appeal. The final decision on Trump's disqualification may be determined by the court.

via WGME|
##election2024#maine
politics-crime2 years ago

"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.

via POLITICO|
##donaldtrump#election2024
politics2 years ago

"Debate Over Trump's Ballot Presence Sparks Legal Controversies and Safety Concerns"

Maine's Secretary of State Shenna Bellows was the target of a swatting incident after removing former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot due to the 14th Amendment's "insurrectionist ban." The police found nothing suspicious at her home, and Bellows has put her decision on hold pending a court ruling. The swatting call is part of a series of threats she has received since her decision, and the incident is under investigation by Maine State Police. This event follows similar swatting incidents targeting other elected officials.

via CNN|
##donaldtrump#election2024