Candidate security costs up in era of political violence: Research
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Federal campaigns spent over $100 million on security in the last decade due to increased political violence threats.
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Increased security costs for political campaigns could divert funds from voter outreach or policy discussions, potentially affecting the electoral process.
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Federal campaigns and committees have spent over $100 million on security measures during the last decade. This spending increase is a direct response to a rise in threats of political violence, including bomb threats and doxxing. A new report from the Public Service Alliance, released Thursday, details this trend. The report specifically notes that security spending during the 2023-2024 campaign cycle was more substantial than previous cycles. This highlights the growing financial burden and operational challenges faced by political campaigns in protecting candidates and staff.
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A new report from the Public Service Alliance details the trend of increased security spending.
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