Overview

• Russia, Iran, and China are expected to use AI to disseminate fake information and influence the US election, according to the DHS report.
• Domestic violent extremists pose the most significant physical threat to election workers, voters, and infrastructure.
• Foreign adversaries aim to undermine confidence in US democratic institutions and social cohesion through subversive and coercive tactics.
• The report notes an increased threat environment due to global conflicts, including recent escalations in the Middle East.
• DHS emphasizes the importance of collaboration with federal, state, and local partners to address the evolving threat landscape.