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TN election officials warn people about scam texts

“This text message is nothing more than a scam, and our office has reported it to the authorities for further investigation.”
Tre Hargett is encouraging people to vote early to avoid long lines on Election Day.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Secretary of State's office warned people about scam texts being sent around on Election Day.

According to Secretary of State Tre Hargett, some people received bogus texts claiming their presidential ballots weren't going to be counted.

“We have been notified that some Tennessee voters have received a text message stating, ‘Your 2024 presidential election ballot has been officially removed from consideration,’” Hargett said. “This text message is nothing more than a scam, and our office has reported it to the authorities for further investigation.”

Below is what the text looks like:

Credit: Tennessee Secretary of State

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