The joint terrorism task force is working with FBI field offices to search for other suspicious packages. "So far, the devices have been what appear to be pipe bombs," NYPD Deputy Commissioner John Miller said in a mid-day news conference Wednesday in Manhattan. The packages were taken to the FBI lab in Quantico, Virginia for examination.
All packages had a return address of “DEBBIE WASSERMAN SHULTZ” in Florida," the agency said in the statement. "The packages were affixed with computer-printed address labels and six Forever stamps. The FBI said Wednesday afternoon the five original packages were mailed in manila envelopes with bubble wrap interior. Andrew Cuomo announced he was deploying 100 National Guardsmen to mass transit systems across the state in light of the threats and to help people feel safer as federal authorities attempt to find a motive and the person or people responsible. Debbie Wasserman Schultz in South Florida, the Westchester County, New York, residence of philanthropist and Democratic donor George Soros, along with CNN and the two addressed to Waters. Those sent packages included: Obama in Washington, Clinton in suburban New York, Rep. Throughout the day Wednesday, packages were discovered in Washington, New York and Florida.ĬNN's offices in midtown Manhattan were evacuated after a package addressed to former CIA director John Brennan, a frequent commentator on the network, contained a pipe bomb and an envelope with white powder inside. The packages are the latest in a seemingly coordinated coast-to-coast attack on prominent liberals. Related: CNN office evacuates while live on air after package intercepted at New York office More: Trump tones down attacks, calls for civilityĪlso: Suspicious packages delivered to Clintons, Obamas, Soros, CNN: What we know so far The bureau confirmed the two packages in a statement, saying they are "similar in appearance" to the others found. The first was discovered by Capitol Police Wednesday afternoon at an off-site mail facility in the Washington area. The FBI said agents have intercepted the package and a second, both addressed to Rep. The center was evacuated so the package could be deemed safe. The Los Angeles Police Department posted on Twitter that the package was discovered at the Los Angeles Central Mail facility near Downtown Los Angeles. It was considered suspicious due to the similarities to other packages discovered.Īnother package was being investigated in Los Angeles after discovered Wednesday evening. Reuters and CNN reported federal authorities were searching for the package, which was returned to sender. The latest discovery Wednesday evening was a package believed to have been addressed to former Vice President Joe Biden. NEW YORK – Authorities were investigating two additional suspicious packages Wednesday evening after an all-day effort that led to the discovery of devices – including pipe bombs – sent to prominent Democrats across the country, including former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. Michael Lee and Houston Keene contributed to this report.Watch Video: Suspicious packages sent to Clinton, Obama, CNN LINK: GET UPDATES ON THIS STORY FROM FOXNEWS.COMįox News' Brooke Singman. "Our law enforcement partners will ensure that any specific or credible threats against the office will be fully investigated and that the proper safeguards are in place so all 1,600 of us have a secure work environment." "We do not tolerate attempts to intimidate our office or threaten the rule of law in New York," Bragg said in an email to employees over the weekend that was obtained by Politico and confirmed by Fox News Digital. In a private memo sent to employees, Bragg decried attempts by Trump and GOP lawmakers to "intimidate" their office. TRUMP HUSH-MONEY GRAND JURY PROCEEDINGS 'CANCELED' FOR WEDNESDAY, SOURCES SAY Trump has not been formally notified about whether Bragg actually plans to bring charges against him, according to sources familiar. One source claimed the district attorney is having trouble convincing the grand jury on potential charges due to the "weakness" of the case. Two familiar sources told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the grand jury was canceled amid "major dissension" within the district attorney's office. (Shane Bevel/NCAA Photos via Getty Images | Victor J. Trump, left, is facing an indictment from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
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