White House issues a statement on the "attempted violent attacks"

October 24, 2018 22:08

White House press secretary Sarah Sanders tweeted a statement one the serious of suspicious packages sent to various political figures.

"These terrorizing acts are despicable, and anyone responsible will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law," Sanders' statement said.

In addition to Clintons and Obama receiving suspected bombs, CNN New York offices were also evacuated after they received a bomb threat.

It has also been revealed that a suspicious package was located near 6th Avenue where the San Diego Union-Tribune is located, according to Officer Billy Hernandez.

The building that was evacuated houses the San Diego Union-Tribune, Senator Kamala Harris' field office, and other offices.

It is not clear where the packages were to be delivered. One U-T staffer also noted that a bicycle pump looking device was near the boxes.

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