Residents Targeted by Fake Postcards from Harris Campaign About Migrant Families Moving In

Fake postcards claiming to be from Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign have left Massachusetts residents unsettled, as they falsely announce migrant families moving into their homes.

At a Glance

Residents in Shrewsbury, MA received fake postcards appearing to be from Kamala Harris’ campaign.
The postcards falsely claim migrant families will be moving into recipients’ homes.
No return address or political organization is listed on the postcards.
The incident reflects heightened tensions during the election season.
Border security remains a significant issue in the current election cycle.

Fake Postcards Cause Alarm in Massachusetts Community

Residents of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, have reported receiving unsettling postcards purportedly from Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign. These fake mailings falsely claim that migrant families will be moving into the recipients’ homes, causing concern and confusion among local residents.

The postcards, which lack any official organization or return address, appear to target homes displaying yard signs in support of Harris and Tim Walz. They mimic official campaign correspondence, thanking recipients for their support before making the alarming and false claim about migrant families being relocated.

Residents React with Concern and Anger

The fake postcards have elicited strong reactions from affected residents. Some have expressed feeling “creeped out” and angry about the apparent attempt to harass or intimidate them for their political views.

“It’s really sad that the country has come to this point where you can’t put a lawn sign out and support a candidate without being harassed with something like this,” one woman said under the condition of anonymity.

Election Stress and Border Security Concerns

This incident highlights the heightened tensions surrounding the current election cycle. A study by the American Psychological Association indicates that 69% of adults feel significant stress over the election. The fake postcards seem designed to exploit these anxieties, particularly around the contentious issue of immigration and border security.

The Department of Homeland Security has warned of a high terrorism threat environment, partly due to vulnerabilities at the southern border. This ongoing concern about border security has become a significant issue in the current election cycle, further intensifying the impact of the fake postcards on recipients.

Authorities Respond to the Incident

Local authorities have been alerted to the situation. The Shrewsbury Democratic Town Committee has advised affected residents to file police reports and notify the post office about the fake mailings. As of this writing, Fox News Digital has sought comments from the Harris campaign, Shrewsbury Police, and the Shrewsbury Democratic Town Committee but has received no immediate response.

As the investigation continues, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious mailings to local authorities. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for critical evaluation of political communications, especially during heightened election periods.