Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows was targeted in a "swatting" incident following her decision to bar Donald Trump from the state's ballot. The hoax call, made just a day after her decision, claimed a break-in at her home. This incident comes amidst a rise in swatting attacks on high-profile politicians, with Senator Rick Scott and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene also reporting similar incidents. Swatting, a dangerous trend, has led to deadly consequences in the past. The FBI has established a national database to track such attacks. The escalating threats and violence against politicians are a cause for concern, as they undermine the ability to engage in civil discourse.