Walker readies Guard cybersecurity team for Election Day
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican Gov. Scott Walker on Friday activated Wisconsin National Guard troops for Election Day, saying he wants the Guard's cybersecurity team ready to help election officials if needed.
Walker's executive order authorized the Guard's commander, Adjutant General Donald Dunbar, to provide "essential services" to the state Elections Commission.
Election security has been a nationwide concern since Russian efforts in 2016 to target state networks. Guard spokeswoman Maj. Joy Staab said the order will allow cybersecurity teams to deploy quickly if election clerks need help. Staab said the Guard wasn't aware of any cyber threats.