Federal political campaigns and committees have spent more than $100 million on security measures over the past decade as threats of political violence have increased across the country, according to a new report released Thursday.

The Public Service Alliance study found that security spending during the 2023-2024 campaign cycle continued the upward trend, with candidates and political organizations investing heavily in protective measures. The threats include bomb threats, doxing incidents, and other forms of intimidation directed at political figures and their staff.

The research highlights the growing concern among political operatives about candidate safety in an increasingly polarized environment. Security expenditures have become a significant line item in campaign budgets, representing resources that might otherwise be directed toward voter outreach and advertising.

The findings come as political organizations across party lines report elevated threat levels. Campaign security now encompasses both physical protection and cybersecurity measures, with committees hiring specialized firms to address various types of risks.

The trend reflects broader concerns about political violence that have emerged in recent election cycles, prompting campaigns to reassess their security protocols and invest in professional protective services that were once considered unnecessary for most candidacies.