Democratic Lawmakers Face MAGA-Linked Bomb Threats, Calls for Protection
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
Democratic lawmakers and their families have been targeted with bomb threats and swatting incidents, reportedly signed with 'MAGA,' prompting calls for increased protection. The FBI is investigating, and no devices have been found. Lawmakers like Reps Rosa DeLauro, Jahana Hayes, Jim Himes, and Seth Magaziner have reported threats, reflecting a rise in security incidents against Congress members. Despite the threats being deemed non-credible, concerns about violence against public officials persist amid growing disrespect for civic institutions.