The Oregon Secretary of State Elections Division recently faced an influx of calls due to false claims circulating on social media that the state’s voters pamphlet did not include Republican nominee Donald Trump. In reality, the pamphlet does list Trump as a candidate, although he chose not to provide a statement. The Oregon GOP clarified that this was a decision made by Trump’s campaign earlier this year. Despite these clarifications, the false claim continued to spread online, prompting the Elections Division to shut down its phone lines to handle the sudden surge in calls.
Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade expressed frustration with the situation, stating that individuals spreading rumors and false claims of election interference are not helping Oregonians. It is important for voters to verify information before sharing it online to avoid contributing to misinformation. Trump will still appear on Oregon’s ballot, despite the false claims suggesting otherwise. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accurate information in the lead-up to the election.
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