FBI, ballot boxes and thermite

FBI: Thermite used in ballot box fires
Thermite, a commonly used component in welding, was used in a string of ballot box arsons before the November election
FBI says suspect used thermite in Oregon, Washington ballot box fires: What we know
The FBI said Thursday the suspect in the Oregon and Washington ballot box fires in October used a welding material that can burn at 4,000 degrees.
‘We need your help’: FBI releases details on metal compounds used to spark PNW ballot box fires
The devices used to spark three ballot box fires in the Pacific Northwest during the 2024 election were made of thermite and scrap metal.
FBI says ‘very volatile mix’ used in ballot drop box fires
The devices used to spark three ballot drop box fires in the Pacific Northwest during the 2024 election were made of a "very volatile mix" of thermite and scrap metal, FBI agents said Thursday.
Vancouver and Portland ballot box arsonist used thermite, FBI says; still no arrests, $25,000 reward offered
The suspect behind a string of ballot drop box arson incidents in Vancouver and Portland in October used thermite as part of the incendiary devices that they used to start the fires, FBI officials announced Thursday.
FBI shares new information about devices used in 2024 ballot box fires
During a press conference Thursday, the FBI shared information about its search for the suspect and the incendiary devices used in a series of ballot box fires in 2024.
FBI: Thermite was used in attacks on Vancouver and Portland ballot drop boxes
FBI agents investigating the October ballot box arsons in Vancouver and Portland renewed requests for tips Thursday, saying they’re seeking someone who is knowledgeable about explosives or thermite, a mixture used in the attacks.
Vancouver and Portland ballot box arsonist used thermite, FBI says; still no arrests
Three ballot drop boxes were set on fire in October, destroying hundreds of ballots. The FBI is renewing calls for the public to help identify the suspect.
Thermite was used in attacks on WA, OR ballot boxes, FBI says
The fire burned hundreds of ballots in Vancouver, Wash., as well as some in Portland in the days and weeks before the November 2024 election.
FBI confirms use of thermite in ballot box fires and repeats plea for public’s help identifying suspect
We’re very worried this person may harm himself or others if he continues to experiment with thermite,” said W. Mike Harrington, the FBI special agent in charge in the Seattle office.
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Welding a Fourteen-inch Shaft by the Thermite Process
The thermite reaction has the great advantage that ... The first step toward effecting the weld is to prepare the mold. For this purpose a (wax pattern of the finished joint is first formed ...
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Vancouver, Portland ballot box arsonist used thermite, FBI says; no arrests
The suspect behind a string of ballot drop box arson incidents in Vancouver and Portland in October used thermite as part of ...