This website collects cookies to deliver better user experience, you agree to the Privacy Policy.
Accept
Sign In
The Texas Reporter
  • Home
  • Trending
  • Texas
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
  • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Books
    • Arts
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Reading: Jeffries calls threats in opposition to Connecticut Democrats ‘unconscionable’
Share
The Texas ReporterThe Texas Reporter
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Home
  • Trending
  • Texas
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
  • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Books
    • Arts
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© The Texas Reporter. All Rights Reserved.
World

Jeffries calls threats in opposition to Connecticut Democrats ‘unconscionable’

Editorial Board
Editorial Board Published November 29, 2024
Share
Jeffries calls threats in opposition to Connecticut Democrats ‘unconscionable’
SHARE

Jeffries calls threats in opposition to Connecticut Democrats ‘unconscionable’

Home Minority Chief Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) denounced the latest bomb threats in opposition to a number of Connecticut Democrats as “unacceptable” and maintained Home Democrats is not going to be intimidated from finishing up their jobs.

“America is a democracy. Threats of violence against elected officials are unacceptable, unconscionable and have no place in a civilized society,” Jeffries wrote in a press release Friday. “All perpetrators of political violence directed at any party must be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.”

A number of members of the Connecticut congressional delegation confirmed they had been focused by bomb threats on their properties on Thanksgiving Day.

The Democrats focused included Reps. Jim Himes, John B. Larson, Jahana Hayes and Joe Courtney, and Sen. Chris Murphy, based on their places of work or native legislation enforcement.

Jeffries revealed the incidents ranged from threats of a pipe bomb positioned in mailboxes to swatting, every of which had been signed with “MAGA” on the finish of the message.

“MAGA” refers back to the Make America Nice Once more motion behind President-elect Trump, however it was not instantly clear what the messages had been referring to. When reached for additional remark, U.S. Capitol Police stated it couldn’t present extra particulars in regards to the incidents.

Jeffries’s workplace and Connecticut State Police directed The Hill to native legislation enforcement companies, which didn’t instantly reply to inquiries.

No units had been discovered following investigations by native and state enforcement.

Jeffries stated Home Democrats “will not be deterred or intimidated” from their jobs by violent threats and that his workplace is in communications with the sergeant-at-arms workplace.

“It is imperative that Congress provide maximum protection for all Members and their families moving forward,” he wrote.

A White Home spokesperson confirmed President Biden was briefed on the incidents Thursday, and the FBI stated it was conscious of “numerous bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming administration nominees and appointees” and that it was “working with our law enforcement partners.”

Earlier within the week, a number of of Trump’s appointees and nominees had been additionally focused by bomb threats, together with present Republican Home lawmakers Rep. Elise Stefanik (N.Y.), whom Trump named ambassador to the United Nations, and Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (Ore.), his alternative for Labor secretary.

Supply hyperlink

TAGGED:CallsConnecticutDemocratsJeffriesThreatsunconscionable
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article The 2017 Trump resistance playbook is out. Group organizing is in The 2017 Trump resistance playbook is out. Group organizing is in
Next Article 15 Finest Apple Black Friday Offers on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods 15 Finest Apple Black Friday Offers on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods

Editor's Pick

Sizzling Lady Summer time Begins within the Bathe—Right here’s Learn how to Prep Your Pores and skin

Sizzling Lady Summer time Begins within the Bathe—Right here’s Learn how to Prep Your Pores and skin

We might obtain a portion of gross sales if you buy a product by a hyperlink on this article. Most…

By Editorial Board 8 Min Read
Alpine’s Sizzling Hatch EV Has a Constructed-In, ‘Gran Turismo’ Model Driving Teacher

One other win over its Renault 5 sibling is a multi-link rear…

3 Min Read
Louis Vuitton Is Dropping a New Perfume As a result of It’s Sizzling | FashionBeans

We independently consider all beneficial services and products. Any services or products…

2 Min Read

Latest

“A Family’s Fight to Reclaim Their Legacy”

“A Family’s Fight to Reclaim Their Legacy”

Introduction: For generations, the Wright family has worked and lived…

July 9, 2025

AR Global Inc CEO Kason Roberts Donates to Support Kerrville Storm Victims, Mobilizes Team for Restoration Efforts

Kerrville, Texas — In the aftermath…

July 9, 2025

Bitcoin Tops $109,000 After Senate Passes Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ – “The Defiant”

The crypto market posted modest good…

July 9, 2025

Two vital hazard alerts within the June employment report – Indignant Bear

Two vital hazard alerts within the…

July 9, 2025

Simone Biles Thirst Traps in Bikini Amidst Boob Job Hypothesis

Studying Time: 3 minutes Simone Biles…

July 9, 2025

You Might Also Like

Part of Pulwama IED was ordered through Amazon: FATF | India Information
World

Part of Pulwama IED was ordered through Amazon: FATF | India Information

NEW DELHI: International terror financing watchdog Monetary Motion Process Power (FATF) has raised issues concerning the exploitation of e-commerce platforms…

3 Min Read
Dementia hope as new weight-reduction plan linked to 53% drop in Alzheimer’s danger
World

Dementia hope as new weight-reduction plan linked to 53% drop in Alzheimer’s danger

A dietary strategy combining components of the Mediterranean and Sprint consuming patterns may cut back the danger of growing Alzheimer’s…

3 Min Read
10 arrested at drug cartel “ranch of horror” discovered responsible of homicide in Mexico
World

10 arrested at drug cartel “ranch of horror” discovered responsible of homicide in Mexico

Ten males arrested at a farm linked to a drug cartel within the Mexican state of Jalisco had been discovered responsible…

5 Min Read
‘Manasi’ initiative launched to assist psychosocial rehabilitation of girls in shelter residence
World

‘Manasi’ initiative launched to assist psychosocial rehabilitation of girls in shelter residence

Left to Proper – Fr. R Jesudas, Govt Director, Caritas India, Ms Zoraida Samuel, Managing Trustee, Rehoboth Public Charitable Belief,…

1 Min Read
The Texas Reporter

About Us

Welcome to The Texas Reporter, a newspaper based in Houston, Texas that covers a wide range of topics for our readers. At The Texas Reporter, we are dedicated to providing our readers with the latest news and information from around the world, with a focus on issues that are important to the people of Texas.

Company

  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement

Contact Us

  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability

Term of Use

  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices

© The Texas Reporter. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?