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GRAVE CONCERN: An attempted ballot box arson in Boston has federal authorities scrambling to maintain the integrity of the election process in Massachusetts.

The attempted arson occurred overnight in Boston, prompting an urgent investigation by federal authorities. In a statement, United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling and FBI Special Agent in Charge Joseph R. Bonavolonta vowed to aggressively enforce federal election laws to protect the democratic process.

“Today the Massachusetts Secretary of State’s Office made us aware of the attempted ballot box arson that occurred overnight in Boston. Federal authorities are now investigating this matter,” Lelling and Bonavolonta said. “For the next several weeks, it is a top priority of our offices to help maintain the integrity of the election process in Massachusetts by aggressively enforcing federal election laws.”

Lelling and Bonavolonta praised the success of information sharing protocols established with local, state, and federal election security partners ahead of the 2020 election, saying voters in Massachusetts can feel confident in the security measures in place. “Voters in Massachusetts can feel confident in the success of the information sharing protocols that we have established with our local, state and federal election security partners in advance of the 2020 election,” they said.

The U.S. Attorneys and FBI officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious election-related activity to the authorities. “We remain fully committed to working with these partners to protect our communities as Americans exercise their right to vote. Help from the public is also vital to our effort. We encourage members of the public to remain vigilant and immediately report any suspicious, election-related activity to us,” Lelling and Bonavolonta said.

The attempted ballot box arson has raised concerns about the potential for election interference in Massachusetts. However, Lelling and Bonavolonta are working tirelessly to ensure the integrity of the election process and protect the democratic rights of voters.

As the investigation continues, the public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. By working together, federal authorities and the public can ensure a safe and secure election process in Massachusetts.

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