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Illinois Man Charged With Mailing White Powder to Congress Members
Original: Illinois Man Charged With Mailing White Powder to Four Members of Congress
Federal prosecutors have charged an Illinois man with sending letters containing white powder to four members of Congress. The mailings prompted investigations and raised fresh concerns about threats against elected officials. Authorities say the substance was sent through the postal system, and the case is being prosecuted as a federal offense.
Why now: Threats against members of Congress are drawing attention amid heightened concern about political violence in the United States.
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