Congress is holding emergency briefings on security after Minnesota shootings

'Where does all this lead?' Minnesota shootings spark concern among Bozeman officials

“As you can imagine when these types of calls come in with threats saying things like ‘we’re going to go old school Montana on you and (mentioning) vigilante justice and

Cass County Sheriff tells deputies to be ready to identify themselves when asked

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — In light of the attacks on Minnesota legislators that left two people dead and two severely injured, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office says the public can take steps to make sure law enforcement is who they say they are. The sheriff’s office sent out an email to its deputies, telling them to make sure they are carrying credentials at all times. People who don’t believe a deputy is legitimate can call Red River Regional Dispat…

NYS lawmakers discuss changes to security protocols

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – State lawmakers could see changes to security protocols, after that alarming killing of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband. Legislators and security officials discussed new security measures for their families and staff. At this time there are no credible threats, according to Governor Kathy Hochul’s office. A spokesperson released a statement that read: Get the latest news, weather, sport…

Deadly shootings in Minnesota have shaken abortion providers

Abortion providers have long grappled with threats of political violence, but Saturday’s shootings targeting Minnesota lawmakers have put them on high alert, and many say they feel newly vulnerable. Suspected shooter Vance Boelter had a list of targets that included other elected officials and abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood affiliates and employees, multiple outlets reported. Boelter had also previously spoken out against abort…

NATIONAL BRIEFS: Congress is holding emergency briefings on security after the Minnesota shootings

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Threats to lawmakers on the rise

WASHINGTON — Threats to members of Congress are on the rise, security officials told senators Tuesday at an emergency briefing in the wake of the killing of a Minnesota state lawmaker in her home over the weekend.