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The U.S. midterm elections on November 3 were marred by misinformation targeting electoral integrity and candidates. False narratives, including claims of widespread voter fraud and manipulated voting machines, spread rapidly, even reaching Romania. Influencers and politicians in Romania utilized these narratives to support their agendas, often adapting themes from the U.S. campaign. The misinformation campaign included delegitimizing the vote and exploiting cultural tensions. Notably, the candidacy of Abdul El-Sayed faced attacks linking him to terrorism, which were proven false. These tactics reflect a broader trend of misinformation that has implications for political discourse in both the U.S. and Romania.