Democratic Lawmakers Face Bomb Threats Amidst Rising Tensions
TL;DR
House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned bomb threats targeting House and Senate Democrats from New England, describing the behavior as "dangerous and insane." The threats, signed with "MAGA," have left Congress members feeling vulnerable amid rising political violence. Although none of the threats were deemed credible, there is a call for increased protection for lawmakers. The Capitol Police have not provided details on the threats to prevent "copy-cat" incidents.
- Mike Johnson condemns "insane and dangerous" bomb threats targeting Democrats Axios
- Democratic lawmakers targeted with threats signed with ‘MAGA’ The Washington Post
- New England Congress members targeted with bomb threats on Thanksgiving NBC News
- Six Democratic lawmakers targeted with bomb threats during Thanksgiving holiday CNN
- House minority leader asks for ‘maximum protection’ after bomb threats target Democrats The Guardian US
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