Bomb Threats Disrupt Voting in Seven Key New Jersey Counties

 On November 4, 2025, multiple bomb threats targeted polling locations in seven counties in New Jersey during the election. These threats caused significant disruptions to the voting process.

• Affected Areas: The bomb threats were reported in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic counties.

• Response and Communication: New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin assured voters that there was no credible threat and encouraged people to vote without fear. Law enforcement is working to ensure election safety.

• Impact on Voting: Threats and interruptions in polling places generally benefit Democrats, as they are more likely to vote early or by mail, while Republicans typically vote on Election Day.

• Voting Statistics: As of the election day, nearly 300,000 more registered Democrats than Republicans had already cast their early ballots. This puts pressure on Republican governor candidate Jack Ciattarelli to perform well on Election Day against Democratic opponent Mikie Sherrill.

• Allegations of Interference: Some Republican voices expressed suspicion that the bomb threats could be a tactic by Democrats to lower Republican turnout on Election Day, although no evidence has been presented to support this.

• Historical Context: Previous elections raised questions about election integrity, including issues with voting machines in Arizona during the 2022 gubernatorial race, leading to ongoing distrust among some Republicans.

• Current Race Dynamics: Ciattarelli, who previously ran against Governor Phil Murphy in 2021, is now trying to close a gap against Sherrill, with recent polls showing a close race.

• Poll Closing Information: New Jersey polls are set to close at 8 p.m. on the same day.

Voting disruptions due to bomb threats in New Jersey have sparked discussions about election integrity and the potential influence on the outcome. With heightened tensions, officials work to maintain voter confidence as critical elections take place. 

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