Narratives of Voter Fraud and Harassment of Election Officials

A concerning narrative has developed around the idea of non-citizens voting in U.S. elections, despite the lack of evidence supporting such claims; this rhetoric has gained traction among prominent figures and has contributed to widespread anxiety among voters. Polling indicates that a significant majority of Republicans express worry over potential non-citizen voting, suggesting that this could be used as a justification for contesting election results in the event of a Trump defeat. Additionally, local election officials are facing increased harassment and threats, likely fueled by ongoing claims of widespread voter fraud that have been disproven. Despite these challenges, election officials are reportedly better prepared to address such doubts, working closely with law enforcement and enhancing their communication efforts about election security.