MSA Security: Worldview 11.06.2020
UPDATE: As Election results in the 2020 U.S. presidential elections remains unknown, election officials in multiple states have stated that they are worried about the safety of their staff members amid an increase in threats. Local election officials in multiple states have reported “harassing and threatening calls.” According to recent reports, in Philadelphia, PA, local authorities were notified of an alleged plot to attack the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where election ballots are being counted. Authorities say a local police department received a tip that either “an individual or a group was travelling to the city from Virginia in a Hummer with the intention of attacking the convention hall.” While many details of the plot are still unknown, officials say two armed men were taken into custody, however it is unclear how or if the men are connected with the investigation. At this time, police in Philadelphia are investigating the plot and have confirmed there are no active threats to the city. Protesters also gathered outside buildings where officials are counting ballots in Phoenix, Detroit, and Philadelphia. None of the protests outside of the buildings were reportedly violent and local police have been providing protection. Demonstrations in major cities such as New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. are likely to occur today as the U.S. Presidential election still remains pending. In the event that the election is called, officials predict demonstrations will grow in size and scope.
Domestic
Two Man Detained at Philadelphia Vote-Counting Center as Attack Threat Probed
Facebook Bans Big “Stop the Steal” Group for Sowing Violence
Trump and Biden Protestors Duel Outside Vote-Counting Centers in Cliffhanger Election
Twitter Bans a Steve Bannon Account After He Says Anthony Fauci and Christopher Wray Should be Beheaded
New York City Protestors Punch Police, Spit in Officers Face, Officials Says
https://www.foxnews.com/us/nypd-charge-protest-related-crimes-including-punching-spitting-at-police
U.S. Recently Conducted Cyber Operation Against Iran to Protect Election from Foreign Interference
https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/03/politics/us-cyber-operation-iran-election-interference/index.html
International
British Police Arrest 104 Londoners for Breach of Lockdown Restrictions
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-austria-attack-idUSKBN27K20E
Manchester Arena Inquiry: Six Wanted for Questioning Over Bombing
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-54834419
China Irate After U.S. Removes “Terrorist” Label From Separatist Group
India’s Virus Cases Jump on New Delhi Resurgence
Brazilian Police Investigate Online Hacking of High Court
ISIS Links to Kabul Student Killings Cause Outrage
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-54718437
Ethiopia Conflict Escalates as Army Sends More Troops to Tigray Region
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