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New Jersey: Hoax Bomb Threats Disrupt Polling Sites
Above: A police truck near an election polling site in Ridgewood, New Jersey, on Nov. 4, 2025. Image copyright: Kyle Mazza/Anadolu/Getty Images
The Spin
Republican narrative
Bomb threats targeting Republican-heavy New Jersey counties represent a clear attempt at voter suppression during a critical gubernatorial race. Democrats immediately exploited these hoax threats to blame Trump without evidence, showing their desperation as they face electoral defeat. This coordinated intimidation tactic backfired as voters refused to be deterred.
Democratic narrative
Trump's baseless election fraud claims create a climate of intimidation that manifests in bomb threats disrupting democratic processes. The president's routine false allegations about rigged elections, including his latest attacks on California's validated mail ballot system, undermine voter confidence. His administration's inappropriate federal monitoring represents authoritarian overreach. Bold steps, including redistricting and election security, must be undertaken.
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