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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reported that three of his New York offices received bomb threats via email on Monday (December 1). The emails, which were sent to his offices in Rochester, Binghamton, and Long Island, bore the subject line "MAGA" and claimed that the 2020 presidential election was rigged.
Security teams conducted thorough sweeps of all three locations and found no explosives. In response to the threats, Schumer condemned the actions, stating that such acts of political intimidation have "absolutely no place in our political system." The threats have raised concerns about the safety of public officials and the potential for political violence.
The emails' reference to "MAGA" suggests a connection to the Make America Great Again movement, which has been associated with claims of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election. Authorities are investigating the source of the threats and are working to ensure the safety of Schumer's offices and staff.