The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Tennessee has announced its plans to monitor election-related complaints during the upcoming general election on November 5, 2024. Acting United States Attorney Thomas J. Jaworski has appointed Criminal Chief Ben Schrader as the District Election Officer (DEO) for this region. Schrader will oversee the handling of any election day complaints related to voting rights issues, threats against election officials, and election fraud. This effort is part of the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program aimed at ensuring fair and free elections.
The Justice Department plays a vital role in preventing and addressing discrimination, intimidation, and fraud at polling places. Federal laws protect against various election-related crimes, including threats against election officials, voter intimidation, vote buying, and fraudulent vote counting. The Department’s Election Day Program aims to maintain public confidence in the electoral process by providing a local point of contact for reporting potential violations of federal election law.
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Acting United States Attorney Jaworski emphasized the importance of protecting the electoral process, stating that every citizen should be able to vote without interference and that election officials must be protected from unlawful threats. In response to any complaints during the upcoming election, Criminal Chief/DEO Schrader will be available in the district and can be reached at (615) 736-5151. Additionally, the FBI will have special agents available to address allegations of election fraud across the country, with the Nashville Division covering Tennessee. They can be reached at (865) 544-0751.
Complaints regarding potential violations of federal voting rights laws can also be directed to the Civil Rights Division in Washington, DC, either through their online complaint form or by calling 800-253-3931. Jaworski stressed the importance of the public’s assistance in providing information about any voting rights concerns or election fraud to the Department of Justice.
In case of a crime of violence or intimidation, individuals are advised to contact 911 immediately before reaching out to federal authorities, as state and local police typically have faster response capabilities at polling places.
For more information, visit the Civil Rights Division’s website: Civil Rights Division.
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Nashville Deeds Office Announces Delayed Opening
The Nashville Davidson County Register of Deeds Office will open late on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 9:30 AM due to an offsite staff meeting. The regular business hours will continue from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM thereafter. The office, responsible for maintaining real property documents, is led by Karen Johnson, the first woman and African American in this role. For more details, visit their website.