Trump’s cabinet picks, appointees face bomb threat, swatting incidents

President-elect Donald Trump’s spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, has revealed that several of Trump’s picks and appointees faced “violent” threats late Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.

In a statement, Leavitt revealed that the incidents included bomb threats and “swatting,” prompting swift responses from law enforcement to protect those targeted.

“These attacks ranged from bomb threats to ‘swatting,’” Leavitt stated on Wednesday. “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.”

Among those targeted was Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. Her office confirmed the incident in a post on X, detailing how Stefanik, her husband, and their three-year-old son were driving home for Thanksgiving when they were notified of a bomb threat at their residence.

“New York State, County law enforcement, and U.S. Capitol Police responded immediately with the highest levels of professionalism,” the statement reads, expressing gratitude for the quick action by officers.

According to ABC NEWS, the FBI acknowledged the wave of threats and pledged full cooperation with law enforcement agencies to address the incidents.

“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 bureau said in a statement.

Brooke Rollins, Trump’s pick for agriculture secretary, also reported being targeted.

“This morning, we learned that a threat was issued against our home and family,” Rollins said in a statement.

“Thanks to the swift efforts by the @fortworthpd, we were unharmed and quickly returned home. I want to express my deep gratitude to the law-enforcement professionals who did their utmost, in both speed and expertise, to protect us — as they protect our community every single day.”

Former Congressman Lee Zeldin, tapped by Trump to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, recounted a similarly harrowing experience.

“A pipe bomb threat targeting me and my family at our home today was sent in with a pro-Palestinian themed message,” Zeldin said in a statement. “My family and I were not home at the time and are safe. We are working with law enforcement to learn more as this situation develops. We are thankful for the swift actions taken by local officers to keep our family, neighbors, and local community secure.”