


Bomb Threats Target Congressional Democrats Amid Escalating Political Violence
During Thanksgiving, several Democratic congress members from Connecticut received bomb threats, prompting an FBI investigation and calls for heightened protection.
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During the Thanksgiving holiday, multiple Connecticut Democratic lawmakers, including Reps. Joe Courtney and Jahana Hayes, received bomb threats, signed 'MAGA.' House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned these threats, demanding maximum protection for officials and stating that threats of violence have no place in a democracy. House Speaker Mike Johnson also condemned the threats. The FBI is investigating the incidents, which follow similar threats against Trump administration nominees. Authorities found no explosives, but the cycle of political violence poses increasing concern amongst lawmakers.
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