Gov. Jay Inslee (D-WA) made the announcement Friday, just days after multiple ballot boxes were set on fire in his state and Oregon.

The Department of Homeland Security had previously warned that threats to election infrastructure were high this election cycle, leading Inslee to activate members from Nov. 4 to Nov. 7.

Earlier this week, Gov. Joe Lombardo (R-NV) placed 60 National Guard members on standby for duty. Election Day “Supporting existing law enforcement preparations for Election Day on issues such as traffic control and building security.”

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“As a first responder, I know firsthand the importance of preparedness, and this decision reflects my commitment to safety and preparedness on Election Day,” Lombardo said in a press release.

Deploying the National Guard to support Election Day operations is not new; In 2022, 14 states have mobilized security officials to combat cyber threats. midterm elections.