Santa Clara County officials have increased election security measures in response to concerns over the security of U.S. elections. The county's Registrar of Voters and the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office have introduced new security measures, including the addition of two K9 deputies trained specifically to handle potential explosive threats. While these measures are not being mirrored locally, they are being taken to assure voters that voting in the South Bay remains safe, transparent and secure. The increased focus comes amid ongoing election controversies in California, including threats of violence and intimidation.