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00:02The rising threat of violence against public officials during the 2024 election cycle has
00:07highlighted the growing security risks.
00:09High-profile cases include death threats against judges and prosecutors involved in Trump's
00:14legal matters and threats to election officials.
00:17A June 2024 survey showed concerning levels of public support for political violence.
00:23Security measures for election officials have been heightened, including panic buttons and
00:26enhanced physical protections.
00:28Despite these efforts, officials continue to face escalating risks.
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