U.S. adversaries likely to ramp up influence efforts after November election

Summary: U.S. adversaries are expected to intensify efforts to influence American democracy after the upcoming election on November 5. Analysts warn that misinformation could spread rapidly in the hours following the polls, potentially undermining public confidence in the results.

Previous elections have shown that false claims can circulate quickly, especially in closely contested states. This time, officials are particularly concerned about the impact of disinformation on swing states and the potential for real-world consequences.

Despite these threats, U.S. election security officials assert that the election system is robust against attacks that could change vote outcomes. Improvements have been made to ensure the integrity of the election process, even as disinformation campaigns continue.

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