Multiple Trump appointees face threats of bombing and ‘swatting’

Several of President-elect Donald Trump’s planned Cabinet nominees and administration appointees were targeted in bomb threats and “swatting” attacks, according to a statement from the Trump transition team. These attacks involved hoax calls claiming life-threatening situations in an attempt to draw SWAT teams to their locations. While these threats were not deemed credible by law enforcement officials and no physical threats were found, the FBI is investigating the incidents. The specific targets of these threats were not identified in the statement, but Rep. Elise Stefanik and former Rep. Matt Gaetz confirmed that they were among those targeted. Both Stefanik and Gaetz were subjected to bomb threats at their residences, prompting law enforcement response. Gaetz’s home in Florida was searched by a bomb squad, but no devices were found. Despite the threats, the transition team vowed to continue their work without being deterred by acts of intimidation and violence. These tactics have been used in the past against those viewed as adversaries of Trump, including judges and prosecutors involved in legal cases against him. The FBI and law enforcement agencies are actively investigating these threats, and the Trump transition team expressed gratitude for the swift response of authorities to ensure the safety of those targeted.

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