Mystery mailings put Congress and election offices on edge
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What happened
Over three dozen congressional lawmakers and election offices in at least 32 states have been targeted with suspicious letters, many containing a white powder. Why it matters: The letters have forced evacuations and disrupted election offices just weeks before the 2026 midterms , raising concerns about political intimidation . Driving the news: Rep. Adam Smith's (D-Wash.) district office received a letter Monday, pr…
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