Several of President Donald Trump’s cabinet appointees have been targeted with bomb threats and swatting attacks, raising alarms about escalating political violence. The FBI has confirmed an investigation into these incidents, which appear to be part of an organized campaign.

Among those targeted are Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Trump’s pick for UN ambassador, and Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR), nominated for Labor secretary. Chavez-DeRemer’s family received a pipe bomb threat, which local law enforcement quickly addressed. HUD nominee Scott Turner and Defense Secretary-designate Pete Hegseth were also threatened.

Swatting attacks, which provoke armed police responses by falsely reporting emergencies, were used against several appointees. This dangerous tactic places lives at risk, making it clear that these incidents go beyond harassment — they are attempts to cause harm.

The left’s increasingly hostile rhetoric toward Trump has created an environment where violence is seen as acceptable. Claims that Trump seeks to undermine democracy have emboldened radicals who justify terrorizing his administration as necessary resistance.

These threats are an attack not just on individuals but on American democracy itself. By targeting Trump’s appointees, the perpetrators aim to undermine the peaceful transfer of power, a cornerstone of the nation’s political system.

As Americans, it is crucial to stand against these tactics and demand accountability. Political disagreements must never escalate into violence, and those responsible for inciting division must be held to account.