N.J. working to ensure election security as voting day draws near

Watching for bad actors

He said there are individuals, often in other countries, who are intent on spreading misinformation and disinformation.

“Each of us, I’m asking you, must be vigilant about the information that we share,” he said.

Laurie Doran, the director of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, said cyber threats have proliferated over the past decade, and NJOHSP is working with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure the 2024 election goes smoothly.

She said efforts are focused on prevention and preparedness, but stressed there are no known specific threats to New Jersey election officials or facilities at this time.

Platkin said in case of discrimination or harassment while casting ballots, voters can call the Division on Civil Rights hotline at 1-800-277-BIAS.

Way said more than 1 million New Jersey residents requested mail-in ballots and about 550,000 have already been received through the mail or in secure ballot-drop boxes.

She said postal delays are possible, so vote-by-mail ballots should be brought to drop boxes across the state if possible.