ST. PAUL, Minn. — White powder found inside a suspicious package mailed to the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office was inert and nonhazardous. U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Minnesota Department of Health both examined the powder. The package carried the label of “United States Traitor Elimination Army” but no address. Similar packages have been received in several states by the officials responsible for running elections.
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Steve Simon, Minnesota secretary of state: “Fear and intimidation of election workers will not be tolerated. New laws enacted in 2023 make it very clear that it is a crime to intimidate election workers and interfere with the administration of an election. Our focus remains on delivering a free, fair, accurate, and secure election for Minnesotans.”
Simon. Responsible for state election integrity.