DOJ Intensifies Crackdown on Election Threats with Focus on AI Misuse

Attorney General Merrick Garland and Deputy AG Lisa Monaco announce tougher penalties and advanced monitoring to protect election workers amid rising threats.

The DOJ will aggressively investigate and prosecute threats against election workers, volunteers, and officials.
AI technologies are increasingly being used to mask identities and create deepfake threats, complicating the threat landscape.
Enhanced sentences will be sought for crimes involving AI, reflecting the increased danger and impact of such offenses.
Over one-third of local election officials reported experiencing threats, harassment, or abuse, according to a recent survey.
The Election Threats Task Force, established in 2021, continues to address the evolving challenges posed by new technologies.

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