Maricopa County enhances security at election center ahead of 2024 vote

Maricopa County, Arizona, has upgraded security at its Tabulation and Election Center following unrest during the 2020 election. The county has invested millions in new measures, including temporary fencing, concrete barriers, and enhanced surveillance. The sheriff's department plans to use drones and may deploy snipers on Election Day. These steps aim to ensure safety amid ongoing threats and harassment against election officials, which have increased since the 2020 election. Despite seeing minimal threats recently, Sheriff Russ Skinner is preparing for potential increases in threats after the election. He expressed concern over the need for such security measures in the electoral process.