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Three Schumer Offices in New York Targeted by Multiple Bomb Threats; Law Enforcement Responds

04:17 AM, 12/02/2025
Three Schumer Offices in New York Targeted by Multiple Bomb Threats; Law Enforcement Responds

Three of Senator Chuck Schumer's offices in Rochester, Binghamton and Long Island received multiple bomb threats via email with the subject line "MAGA," which alleged the 2020 election was rigged. Law enforcement carried out full security sweeps and reported everyone at the offices safe. Schumer condemned the threats and warned that incendiary political rhetoric increases the risk of violence, urging that such language be forcefully rejected.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Monday that three of his New York offices — in Rochester, Binghamton and Long Island — were targeted with multiple bomb threats sent via email.

According to Schumer, the messages arrived with the subject line "MAGA" from an address claiming the "2020 election was rigged." Local and federal law enforcement agencies responded immediately and carried out full security sweeps of the affected offices. Schumer said everyone at those locations was reported safe.

Official response and security checks

Law enforcement conducted thorough inspections of the facilities. Schumer thanked officers for their prompt, professional response that kept staff and visitors safe. The U.S. Capitol Police declined to comment on lawmaker security when asked.

Context and concerns about political rhetoric

Schumer condemned the threats as completely unacceptable in American politics, saying violent intimidation has no place in public life and that no public servant, staff member or constituent should be targeted for doing their job.

“The president of the United States is calling for the execution of elected officials,” Schumer said in criticizing inflammatory statements made by former President Donald Trump. He warned that such rhetoric increases the risk of political violence and must be condemned decisively.

Schumer pointed to a pattern of attacks from Trump — including repeated personal barbs and accusations that have singled him out — and urged leaders on all sides to refrain from language that could be interpreted as permission for violence.

What we know:

  • Targets: Schumer offices in Rochester, Binghamton and Long Island.
  • Method: Multiple bomb threats sent via email with subject line "MAGA," alleging the 2020 election was rigged.
  • Response: Local and federal law enforcement performed security sweeps; no injuries reported.
  • Wider concern: Schumer connected the incident to a toxic political climate and called for strong condemnation of incendiary rhetoric.

Investigations into the source of the emails and threats are ongoing.

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