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Tensions Rise as Two Ballot Boxes Set Alight in Oregon and Washington

As the United States approaches the November 5 elections, tensions are escalating, with two ballot boxes set on fire early Monday in Oregon and Washington.

Portland Incident

In Portland, Oregon, an incendiary device was placed inside a ballot box on Southeast Morrison Street around 3:30 a.m. Security personnel quickly extinguished the fire, nhưng three ballots were damaged, according to ABC News.

Elections officials will contact affected voters to provide replacement ballots. Elections Director Tim Scott stated, "We have multiple systems and security measures in place to ensure your ballot is safe."

Vancouver Incident

Approximately 30 minutes later, a similar incident occurred in Vancouver, Washington. Officers responded to a report of a smoking ballot box at the C-TRAN Park and Ride at Fisher's Landing. Police discovered a suspicious device next to the burning box, which fire crews extinguished.

The Washington Secretary of State's Office estimated that hundreds of ballots may have been damaged. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs stated, "We take the safety of our election workers seriously and will not tolerate threats or acts of violence."

The FBI is investigating both incidents to determine who is responsible.