Massachusetts Man Sentenced to 42 Months for Arizona Election Official Bomb Threat

The sentencing marks one of the most severe federal punishments for threats against election officials since the 2020 election.

James Clark, 38, was sentenced to 42 months in prison for threatening to bomb the Arizona Secretary of State in 2021.
The sentence was delivered as part of the Justice Department's efforts to combat the surge in threats against election officials following the 2020 election.
Clark's threat led to evacuations and a significant law enforcement response, including bomb sweeps of government buildings and the official's home.
The judge emphasized the need for deterrent sentences to protect democracy and ensure the safety of election officials.
The case is part of the Election Threats Task Force's ongoing efforts to address violence and intimidation against election workers.