News from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor

The inaugural Excellence in Elections Awards recognized Utah’s county clerks and their staff for the year-round work that keeps our elections secure, fair and efficient. Utah’s county clerks are some of the best in the nation with hard-working, dedicated staff.

PBS aired the stage production of the Broadway musical “Suffs” and Lt. Gov. Henderson hosted a watch party in partnership with the Utah Historical Society. Hundreds of people came to hear the lieutenant governor speak about Utah’s involvement in the suffrage movement and enjoy the show.

Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson warns that long lines at polling locations could delay election reporting of results on election night. In the interest of ensuring that Utahns have an opportunity to vote without the influence of initial results, early results will be held until the last voter in line has cast their ballot.

Two weeks ago, the FBI intercepted an envelope containing white powder that was mailed to my office from the so-called “United States Traitor Elimination Army.” This individual or organization mailed similar packages to chief election officers in most states. The suspicious powder is being tested and the investigation into this threat is ongoing. But one thing is clear: whether the enclosed substance is toxic or not, this letter was sent with the malicious intent to harm not me or my staff, but you, the voters.