Political leaders on heightened alert after Charlie Kirk killing
Share and Follow


() A bomb threat at the Democratic National Committee sending workers home for the day comes amid a new caution level for politicians in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

Capitol Police responded to the bomb threat and determined the threat was not credible, according to a spokesperson.

“This afternoon, there was a bomb threat to DNC HQ that was determined to not be credible by the U.S. Capitol Police,” a DNC spokesperson told . “Out of an abundance of caution, Capitol Police is conducting an interior sweep of the building. As DNC Chair Ken Martin has said, political violence in every form has no place in our country. We are grateful to the U.S. Capitol Police and DNC building security for responding quickly and professionally.”

Some lawmakers are rethinking outdoor events, as President Donald Trump did after he was shot during an outdoor rally in 2024.

At least three Democratic reps have rescheduled or relocated planned outdoor events over the next few days, Politico reports. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., told reporters she had already moved her planned event inside before Kirk’s death, then rescheduled it after learning about the assassination.

Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., told reporters he thinks all members should think harder about outdoor events. Comer chairs the powerful House Oversight Committee.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he will expedite a review of member security procedures.

“We have got to protect people running for public office or nobody will,” Johnson said.

In the last 24 hours, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have released statements calling for an end to political violence.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune posted on social media “There is no place in our country for political violence. Period, full stop. Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk.”

Rep. Joyce Beatty echoed this sentiment in her social media post Thursday, writing “political and gun violence has no place in America. My prayers are with all those impacted by yesterday’s tragedies their loved ones, and their communities.”

Former Congresswoman, Gabrielle Giffords, who survived an assassination attempt when speaking with voters in 2011, condemned all political violence in her own post Thursday afternoon.

“It is physically very hard for me to speak due to my injuries from getting shot, and after watching yet another political shooting violently steal someone’s life before our eyes, it’s even harder to find words,” Giffords said. “So I want to speak plainly to my former colleagues in Congress: Do something. Take action. Pray also if you want, but understand: your job is action

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Meet Tom Cillo, the 58-year-old freshman football player giving it the old college try

Introducing Tom Cillo: The 58-Year-Old Freshman Revitalizing His College Football Dream

The shouts of “Yeah, Tom!” started the moment Tom Cillo crossed the…
Trump remains open to talks with Kim Jong Un as South Korea warns of North Korean missile reach

Trump remains open to talks with Kim Jong Un as South Korea warns of North Korean missile reach

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump is…
Zohran Mamdani plans to phase out Gifted and Talented program in NYC elementary schools

Zohran Mamdani Proposes Eliminating NYC Elementary Gifted and Talented Programs

Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist and leading candidate in the mayoral race,…
Sydney Sweeney holds hands with Scooter Braun during cozy date night

Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Spotted Holding Hands During an Intimate Evening Out

Sydney Sweeney was ever the blonde bombshell as she enjoyed a date…
Live updates: Layoffs loom as shutdown puts government in limbo

Live Updates: Government Shutdown Creates Uncertainty as Layoffs Threaten

LIVE Video: House GOP leaders give remarks on Day 2 of shutdown…
Jacksonville mom seeks justice after daughter killed in hit-and-run

Jacksonville Mother Fights for Justice Following Daughter’s Hit-and-Run Tragedy

Shardae Webber demands justice after a vehicle struck and killed her 13-year-old…
Smugglers ditch migrant atop border wall

Smugglers Abandon Migrant at Border Wall’s Summit

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — Border agents say smugglers abandoned a…
Missing California sisters found alive after 36 years

California Sisters Reunited After 36 Years of Being Missing

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site…