DOJ to Monitor Ohio Elections After Sheriff’s Intimidation Remarks

Federal oversight initiated following controversial comments by Portage County Sheriff on social media, sparking voter intimidation concerns.

The Department of Justice announced it will oversee voting in Portage County, Ohio, due to concerns over voter intimidation.
Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski's Facebook post suggested tracking addresses of Kamala Harris supporters to house immigrants, causing backlash.
The Portage County election board removed the Sheriff's Department from election security duties following the incident.
The DOJ's monitoring aims to ensure compliance with the Voting Rights Act, which prohibits intimidation and coercion of voters.
Ohio's upcoming elections include a closely watched Senate race, with early voting already underway and Election Day set for November 5.