Politics & Government
Fake Election Mailers Sent Out In Montgomery County
The "partisan" mailers claim to be authentic communications from the county.
NORRISTOWN, PA — Materials claiming to be from Montgomery County voter services and endorsing specific candidates have been mailed around the area, county officials warn.
The "partisan election" mailers, which feature a P.O. box, are fake.
"All communications from Montgomery County regarding voting information will be officially and clearly marked and easily identifiable," the county said in a statement.
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All authentic communications from the county will feature the same logo, as printed below.
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It's not yet clear who has disbursed the fake materials, or why.
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Residents unsure about the legitimacy of election materials should contact voter services at montcovotes@montgomerycountypa.gov or 610-278-3280.
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