20 Charged for Threatening Election Workers, DOJ Asserts

The Department of Justice emphasizes the serious consequences of threatening election officials, as highlighted by recent sentencings.

Justice Department officials have charged approximately 20 individuals for threatening election workers, with sentences ranging from one to 3.5 years.
The charges follow widespread threats against officials overseeing the 2020 and 2022 elections, with a significant focus on Arizona.
A federal task force, established to combat these threats, has seen a mix of sentences, including a notable case where an Ohio man received 2.5 years for threatening Arizona's top election official.
Officials stress that threats against election workers undermine the democratic process and are not protected speech.
The DOJ's efforts aim to deter future threats and ensure election workers can perform their duties without fear.