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Voting Hours Extended Amid Bomb Threats and Voter Issues

11/5/2025

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Story summary

On November 4, 2025, bomb threats prompted the extension of Passaic County, New Jersey voting hours to 9 p.m. ET.
The threats were deemed not credible.
Authorities arrested a juvenile linked to the threats.
In Pennsylvania, a voter roll issue left nearly 20% of voters without access, prompting extended voting hours to 10 p.m. ET.
Overall, voting proceeded smoothly across several states.

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Story summary

On November 4, 2025, bomb threats prompted the extension of Passaic County, New Jersey voting hours to 9 p.m. ET.
The threats were deemed not credible.
Authorities arrested a juvenile linked to the threats.
In Pennsylvania, a voter roll issue left nearly 20% of voters without access, prompting extended voting hours to 10 p.m. ET.
Overall, voting proceeded smoothly across several states.