Reuters tracks down and interview nine people who sent threats or menacing messages to U.S. election officials. Most expressed no regret. In all, they are responsible for nearly two dozen harassing communications to six election officials in four states
Law enforcement has taken little action as backers of Donald Trump aim stark threats at election officials. Reuters tracked down nine of the harassers. Most were unrepentant.
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