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(WASHINGTON) — Several of President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks and administration appointees were the targets of “violent” threats Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, Trump spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said in a statement Wednesday.<\/p>\n

“These attacks ranged from bomb threats to ‘swatting,'” Leavitt said. “In response, law enforcement and other authorities acted quickly to ensure the safety of those who were targeted. President Trump and the entire Transition team are grateful for their swift action.”<\/p>\n

Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador to the U.N.,\u00a0New York<\/a>\u00a0GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik’s office said in a post on X that she was one of those targeted.<\/p>\n

“This morning, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, her husband, and their three year old son were driving home to Saratoga County from Washington for Thanksgiving when they were informed of a bomb threat to their residence. New York State, County law enforcement, and U.S. Capitol Police responded immediately with the highest levels of professionalism,” the statement said, before going on to thank action from law enforcement officers.<\/p>\n

The FBI said it was taking the threats “seriously.”<\/p>\n

“The FBI is aware of numerous bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming administration nominees and appointees, and we are working with our law enforcement partners. We take all potential threats seriously, and as always, encourage members of the public to immediately report anything they consider suspicious to law enforcement,” the agency said in a statement.<\/p>\n

ABC News’ Jack Date contributed to this report.<\/em><\/p>\n

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.<\/em><\/p>\n

Copyright \u00a9 2024, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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