Donald Trump’s transition team revealed Wednesday that multiple Cabinet nominees and appointees were targeted by bomb threats and swatting incidents. The threats occurred late Tuesday and early Wednesday, prompting swift responses from law enforcement.
Targets included Rep. Elise Stefanik, Trump’s UN ambassador pick, who faced a bomb threat at her New York home while traveling with her family. Commerce Secretary nominee Howard Lutnick, Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi, and EPA director pick Lee Zeldin were also reportedly targeted, along with others like Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth. The FBI is investigating, calling the threats “serious” and urging public vigilance.
Trump’s team condemned the acts as “violent” and “unAmerican,” emphasizing their commitment to moving forward despite the intimidation. Speaker Mike Johnson labeled the threats “dangerous and unhinged,” underscoring rising tensions amid the transition.
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