Bipartisanship is key to curtailing cyberattacks on U.S. elections. A new bipartisan bill does exactly that, targeting cyberattacks as 2020 polls loom.
Election Security articles on Democracy Chronicles
This election security section highlights the importance of protecting the integrity of the vote count. An onslaught of new technologies offer both opportunity and peril for democracy. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
DHS Faces 2020 Election Security Planning Challenges
Against the backdrop of Russian interference in 2016 elections, election security is high on the DHS’s list as Americans head to polls in 2020.
CISA Releases Election Security Plan Following GAO Criticism
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released its response to criticisms over its preparedness ahead of the 2020 elections.
Trump budget would cut election agency but boost cybersecurity
The White House has transmitted the President’s proposed budget to Congress. Named “Better America” it cuts election agency but set to boost cyber security.
Election security chief urges public to be vigilant
U.S. Elections Threats Executive says there is yet no information that attempts have been made to compromise upcoming polls but has prescribed vigilance.
Voters again to face tsunami of online disinformation, experts warn
Disinformation marred the 2016 elections like never before in U.S. history. But voters again to face tsunami of online disinformation.
DHS Plans Are Urgently Needed to Address Identified Challenges Before the 2020 Elections
GAO has made three recommendations on how the DHS’s CISA can help state and local officials safeguard the 2020 elections and address prior challenges.
Senate Report finds Obama Administration wasn’t “well-postured” to counter Russian election interference
Obama administration’s response to Russian election interference during the 2016 election was undermined by partisan concerns, new Senate bipartisan Report.
Fresh election security concerns emerge after Iowa caucus
Audie Cornish of Wesafm interviewed Democrat Ron Wyden of Oregon on emerging issues following the disastrous Iowa caucus. Election security came up.
Gutted federal election watchdog struggles to recover
Unknown to many Americans the Election Assistance Commission plays a crucial role in US elections and its struggling to get back on its feet.