FBI investigates bomb threats, swatting made against Gaetz, Stefanik
The FBI is investigating bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting properties of several Trump cabinet nominees. The threats began Tuesday night and continued into Wednesday morning, according to Trump spokesperson Karoline Leavitt.
### Key incidents:
- **Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.):** A bomb threat targeted her home while she and her family traveled from Washington to New York. (Reuters)
- **Brooke Rollins:** Nominee for Secretary of Agriculture reported threats against her home and family. (ABC News)
- **Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.):** A family member received a bomb threat referencing their mailbox in Niceville, Florida, linked to his past Attorney General nomination. (WKRG)
- **Lee Zeldin:** Nominee for EPA Administrator reported a pro-Palestinian-themed pipe bomb threat to his home. His family was not present. (ABC News)
### FBI Response:
- No credible threats or explosives were found; several threats were traced to social media. Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance were not targeted.
- The FBI stated: “We are aware of numerous bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming administration nominees and appointees. We are working with law enforcement partners and encourage the public to report suspicious activities.” (The Associated Press)
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