Bomb threats made against Connecticut’s Congress members on Thanksgiving

Connecticut’s congressional delegation, including Democratic Reps. Jim Himes, Jahana Hayes, Joe Courtney, and John Larson, as well as Sen. Chris Murphy, were the targets of bomb threats at their homes on Thanksgiving Day. Despite the threats, no bombs were found. The lawmakers expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their swift response and emphasized the need for peace and civility in the country. The U.S. Capitol Police and the FBI have not yet commented on the threats. It was noted that the Capitol Police had investigated over 8,000 incidents of threats to members of Congress in the previous year, indicating an increase in such incidents. These threats come after similar incidents targeting President-elect Donald Trump’s administration officials. Investigation into the threats against the Connecticut lawmakers is ongoing, with police not finding any evidence of explosive materials. The lawmakers and their families expressed relief that they were safe and thanked law enforcement for their protection. The threats serve as a reminder of the dangers faced by public figures and the importance of maintaining security and safety in the political sphere.

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