Capitol Police Investigated Over 8,000 Threats Against Congress in 2022, Down From 2021 But Still Elevated
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U.S. Capitol Police investigated 8,008 threats against members of Congress in 2022, an increase from 2020 but below the 9,625 cases in 2021.
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The threats came through various communication channels like phone, social media, email.
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Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers faced threats.
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Capitol Police expects 2024 to be very busy for its protective intelligence unit with the upcoming elections.
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In 2022, some examples of threats included antisemitic voicemails to Sen. Jacky Rosen, death threats to Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, and an attack on Rep. Angie Craig in an elevator.