Ahead of the presidential election, the FBI has established a 24-hour command center in Washington to monitor campaign-related threats and respond quickly as needed. The operation centers on a National Election Checkpoint that runs from the Strategic Information and Operations Center within FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. This setup remains active through National Election Week 2024 and involves close collaboration with federal partners, as well as state and local authorities, to safeguard the electoral process and address security issues that could impact campaigns, polling locations, or the safety of election workers. The goal is to maintain public confidence by ensuring readiness to respond to incidents that may arise during the campaign season.
The FBI, along with its key partners, is operating a 24-hour National Election Checkpoint NECP from the Strategic Information and Operations Center SIOC at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C., throughout National Election Week 2024, the statement said. This arrangement reflects a coordinated, around-the-clock effort designed to monitor and respond to threats that could influence the integrity of the election. The partners emphasize that such vigilance is necessary to address evolving risks during this period.
The command center will enable real-time coordination to identify and respond to a broad spectrum of election security issues. It covers federal crimes, threats to election workers, foreign interference, cyber intrusions, and domestic terrorism. Through continuous monitoring, situational awareness, and rapid information sharing, federal, state, and local agencies can deploy resources to targeted hotspots and support election offices, law enforcement, and protective measures as needed. The aim is to deter harm and ensure that the electoral process operates with transparency and safety for participants and the public.
Further updates will follow as developments occur, with the FBI and its partners maintaining ongoing monitoring to safeguard the integrity of the election and the safety of those involved in the process. The situation remains fluid, and authorities reiterate their commitment to timely communication and appropriate action to protect voters, poll workers, and the electoral system as a whole.