"Politician Calls for Tougher Penalties After 'Swatting' Incident"
Republican Congressman Brandon Williams describes a swatting incident on Christmas Day as an "assassination attempt" and believes it was politically motivated due to his outspoken support for Israel. Swatting, the act of making hoax calls to provoke a police response, has targeted numerous members of Congress and judicial figures, as well as state election officials. The FBI has set up a national database to track these incidents, but the problem is escalating, with little success in catching those responsible. The polarized political environment and upcoming elections are expected to exacerbate the issue.