Federal officials warn of Russian hacking campaign as election security concerns grow

Source ABC Local
Original Load Date July 15, 2026, 9 p.m.
Last Updated July 15, 2026, 9 p.m.
Original URL https://abc7chicago.com/post/federal-officials-warn-russian-hacking-campaign-election-security-concerns-grow-gov-jb-pritzkers-staff-discusses-threats/19516175/

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CHICAGO (WLS) -- Federal cybersecurity officials are warning of a potentially far-reaching hacking campaign linked to the Russian government, prompting renewed concerns about election security as elections approach. According to intelligence sources, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's staff and repre...