Local election workers fear threats to their safety as November nears. One group is trying to help
A top concern for local election workers throughout the country this year is their own safety
By CHRISTINA A. CASSIDY
Published - Apr 22, 2024, 12:20 AM ET
Last Updated - Apr 22, 2024, 12:20 AM EDT
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — The group gathered inside the conference room, mostly women, fell silent as the audio recording began to play.
The male voice, clearly agitated, railed against what he thought had been fraud that cost former President Donald Trump reelection four years ago.
“You’re gonna pay for it,” said the man, filling his message with expletives and suggesting his target's throat be slashed with a knife. “We will … take you out. Your family, your life.
"Watch your … back."
