Chicago Officials Announce Election Safety Measures: ‘Everything’s Changed Since 2020’

The Chicago Police Department consulted with the Chicago Board of Elections to identify areas where officers will have fixed posts. Along with monitoring social media for threats and maintaining contact with candidates’ security teams.

Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown, center, and Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx discuss election safety measures, Nov. 4, 2022.

On Election Day, officers will be paying “special attention” to the city’s 2,000 polling places “to ensure every resident can safely exercise their right to vote,” Brown said. The department has also consulted with the Chicago Board of Elections to identify areas where officers will have fixed posts, he said.

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