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Maryland Leaders Targeted by Bomb Threats Amid Rising Political Violence

9/12/2025

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On September 11, 2025, Maryland House Speaker Adrienne Jones and Senate President Bill Ferguson received bomb threats at their homes, which law enforcement deemed non-credible.
Ferguson highlighted the increasing political violence in the U.S., citing recent incidents in Utah and Minnesota.
He urged a rejection of hate and violence, promoting love and understanding across ideologies.
Governor Wes Moore praised the police response and condemned all violence and threats.
These threats followed the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah and a recent shooting involving a Minnesota legislator.

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On September 11, 2025, Maryland House Speaker Adrienne Jones and Senate President Bill Ferguson received bomb threats at their homes, which law enforcement deemed non-credible.
Ferguson highlighted the increasing political violence in the U.S., citing recent incidents in Utah and Minnesota.
He urged a rejection of hate and violence, promoting love and understanding across ideologies.
Governor Wes Moore praised the police response and condemned all violence and threats.
These threats followed the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah and a recent shooting involving a Minnesota legislator.