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The Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C. was locked down on Thursday (September 11) following a bomb threat. Police swarmed the area after receiving reports of the threat, which was later deemed not credible by the U.S. Capitol Police. Despite this, Capitol Police conducted a thorough sweep of the building as a precautionary measure.
The streets surrounding the DNC building were restricted while authorities secured the perimeter. Staff were advised to stay away from the area during the investigation. A DNC spokesperson confirmed that the threat was not credible but emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of all staff and visitors.
"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 said. "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."
The threat was reported on the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, adding to the tension of the day. The incident also comes amid heightened security concerns following the recent shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk in Utah. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and have urged the public to stay informed through official updates.