Amid a backdrop of election misinformation and conspiracy theories, Maricopa County in Arizona has fortified its election infrastructure with stringent security protocols. The county recorder oversees the protection of tabulating machines used during elections, necessitating layers of security due to ongoing threats and harassment against election workers.
Following the contentious 2020 presidential election, Arizona emerged as a focal point for false claims of voter fraud and election irregularities. Prominent figures, including political candidates, have propagated misinformation, leading to protests, threats, and resignations among election officials.
