FBI Investigates Suspicious Mail Sent to Election Officials, Congressional Offices

The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating suspicious mailings, some containing an unidentified white powder.

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FBI Investigates Suspicious Mail Sent to Election Officials, Congressional Offices

Suspicious mailings sent to election officials and congressional offices are being investigated by the FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service, according to NPR.

Some of the mailings contained a white powdery substance that has not been identified.

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at NPR

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