Connecticut’s congressional delegation, including Democratic Reps. Jim Himes, Jahana Hayes, Joe Courtney, and John Larson, as well as Sen. Chris Murphy, were targeted with bomb threats at their homes on Thanksgiving. The threats were part of a coordinated effort involving multiple members of Congress and public figures. Law enforcement responded to the threats, but no bombs or explosive materials were found. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to trace the emails used to send the threats. The Capitol Police reported an increase in threats to members of Congress in recent years, with over 8,000 incidents investigated in the previous year. These latest threats come after similar incidents targeting President-elect Donald Trump’s administration officials earlier in the week. The Connecticut State Police and local law enforcement agencies are leading the investigations into the threats against the state’s congressional delegation. Despite the alarming threats, all lawmakers expressed gratitude for the swift response from law enforcement and emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and civility during the holiday season. The U.S. Capitol Police and the FBI have not yet responded to requests for comment on the recent threats.
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