Wave of Bomb Threats Targets Connecticut Democrats
A wave of chilling bomb threats swept across Connecticut on Thursday, issuing a stark warning to six Democratic members of Congress. From the shores of New Haven to the quiet Hartford suburbs, lawmakers woke to unsettling news, disrupting Thanksgiving celebrations and raising alarms across the state.
Sen. Chris Murphy was among the first to report the threat against his Hartford home. His office underscored the unsettling nature of the incident, revealing, "which appears to be part of a coordinated effort involving multiple members of Congress and public figures."
The threat prompted swift action from both local and federal authorities. Hartford Police and U.S. Capitol Police meticulously examined Murphy’s residence, finding no evidence of explosives.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, whose New Haven home was also targeted, nervously awaited the arrival of the New Haven Police Department’s bomb squad. Thankfully, their thorough investigation concluded that no bomb was present.
Their swift action provided a sense of relief for DeLauro, who expressed her gratitude online, stating, "I am thankful for their swift response & relieved no one was harmed."
The alarming events didn’t stop there. Rep. Jahana Hayes’s Wolcott home received a threatening email claiming a pipe bomb had been placed in her mailbox.
The Wolcott Police Department swiftly notified her, mobilizing the state police, U.S. Capitol Police, and the House sergeant at arms.
A thorough search yielded no explosive materials.
"There is no place for political violence in this country," Hayes stated, echoing the sentiments of other targeted lawmakers.
Rep. Jim Himes’s threshold was breached with the chilling threat coming during a Thanksgiving gathering with his family.
"The U.S. Capitol Police, and Greenwich and Stamford police departments responded," Himes explained, acknowledging the tireless efforts of law enforcement.
He added, "There is no place for political violence in this country, and I hope that we may all continue through the holiday season with peace and civility."
Though shaken by the events, Rep. John Larson remained composed. East Hartford police swiftly responded to a threat against his home, ultimately finding no danger.
While fear and uncertainty gripped the state, it was not isolated. These threats mirrored a string of similar incidents targeting prominent Republicans just a day prior, including Trump’s picks for key Cabinet positions.
The FBI has since initiated an investigation in partnership with other agencies to bring those responsible to justice.
These unsettling incidents join a growing list of political violence incidents in the U.S. following a contentious election season.
In July, a gunman opened fire at a Trump rally, tragically killing one supporter. Just this past October, the Secret Service thwarted a plot against Trump during a visit to his Florida golf course.
As the nation enters a period of reflection and political transition, these incidents serve as a stark reminder of the fragile nature of democracy and the ever-present threat of political violence.
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