Arizona Schools Withdraw as Polling Sites Amid Election Tensions

Safety concerns and misinformation lead to a significant reduction in school-based voting locations in Maricopa County.

Only 14% of polling locations in Maricopa County will be schools, down from 37% in 2016.
School officials cite safety threats and harassment as reasons for opting out.
Election misinformation has led to confrontations and distrust among voters.
Maricopa County has had to find alternative polling sites, including rented storefronts and community centers.
The trend reflects a broader national issue of schools withdrawing from the election process due to safety concerns.