The US Secret Service is ready to stop illegal actions at the Russian Embassy in Washington during the State Duma elections
Quick Look
- The US Secret Service has announced its readiness to suppress illegal actions at the Russian Embassy in Washington during the State Duma elections, where Russians will be able to vote on September 20 from 08:00 to 20:00 local time.
- Voting is also available at the Consulates General in New York and Houston.
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Why It Matters
Russia holds elections to the State Duma, and citizens living abroad can vote at diplomatic missions. The US Secret Service routinely provides security for foreign embassies on its territory, especially during periods of security.
Brief retelling from RIA II
The US Secret Service has announced its readiness to suppress illegal actions at the Russian Embassy in Washington during the State Duma elections.
Russians will be able to vote in the State Duma elections at the Russian Embassy in Washington on September 20 from 08:00 to 20:00 local time.
Voting will also be available at the Russian Consulates General in New York and Houston.
WASHINGTON, September 15 - RIA Novosti. The US Secret Service, in a commentary to RIA Novosti, stated its readiness to suppress illegal actions at the Russian Embassy in Washington during the State Duma elections.
Russians will be able to vote in the State Duma elections at the Russian Embassy in Washington on Sunday, September 20, from 08.00 to 20.00 local time. To vote you need a passport.
"The Secret Service, along with our law enforcement partners, is prepared to regulate demonstrations by allowing groups to safely express their First Amendment rights. If individuals or groups decide to act unlawfully, plans are in place to respond effectively and safely," the service said.
Open Questions
- Will observers from the OSCE or other organizations be present at the embassy for the vote?
- How many Russians are expected at the sites in Washington, New York and Houston?
