Election Threats
If you know of suspected threats or acts of violence against election workers, please let us know. If someone is in imminent danger or risk of harm, contact 911 or your local police immediately.
Report threats against election workers to the FBI
Learn how the Department of Justice is working to protect our elections and the public servants who facilitate them.
Election Threats Task Force
The Election Threats Task Force leads the Department’s efforts to address violence against election workers and to ensure that all election workers—whether elected, appointed, or volunteer—are able to do their jobs free from threats and intimidation. Announced by Attorney General Garland and launched by Deputy Attorney General Monaco in June 2021, the task force engages with the election community and state and local law enforcement to assess allegations and reports of threats against election workers and, where appropriate, has investigated and prosecuted these matters in partnership with FBI Field Offices and U.S. Attorneys’ Offices throughout the country. The task force is led by the Public Integrity Section within the Department’s Criminal Division.
- Memorandum from the Deputy Attorney General to all Federal Prosecutors, et al., “Guidance Regarding Threats Against Election Workers”
June 25, 2021 - Blog Post: Justice Department Launches Task Force to Combat Threats Against Election Workers
Reporting a Threat to Election Workers
We need the public’s assistance in remaining vigilant and reporting suspected threats or acts of violence against election workers. To report suspected threats or violent acts, contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324). You also may file an online complaint at: tips.fbi.gov. Complaints submitted will be reviewed by the task force and referred for investigation or response accordingly. If someone is in imminent danger or risk of harm, contact 911 or your local police immediately.
