House Democrats targeted in wave of Thanksgiving bomb threats
SUMMARY
Several House Democrats, including Intelligence Committee ranking member Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.), were targeted by bomb threats on Thanksgiving, leading to swift law enforcement responses. Himes reported a threat to his home in Connecticut, but investigations by Capitol Police and local authorities found no evidence of explosives. Rep. Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) received an email claiming a pipe bomb was placed in her mailbox; police cleared the scene after confirming no explosive materials. Similarly, Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Conn.) faced a threat while celebrating at home with family, which was also deemed baseless. These threats follow a recent spate of bomb and "swatting" threats against President-elect Donald Trump’s nominees, including Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Pete Hegseth, none of which were credible. Authorities are investigating these incidents, highlighting rising tensions and increased targeting of public officials amid a polarized political environment.
