States concerned about unrest are taking security measures

Vegas | A security fence surrounds a building in Las Vegas where a Nevada county is tallying votes. An Arizona sheriff has kept his department on high alert to protect against potential violence with drones and snipers on standby. The National Guard has been activated or will be activated in 19 states so far to help maintain peace.

As a tense America votes for Republican Donald Trump or Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris as president on Tuesday (Wednesday AEDT), concerns over possible political violence have prompted officials to take several measures to boost security during and after the election. election day.

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