Overview

• Federal authorities led by the U.S. Capitol Police are investigating anonymous pizza deliveries made to the residences of both lawmakers and Capitol Police leaders.
• House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that members from both the Republican and Democratic parties have received the unsolicited orders.
• Officials warn that the shipments could be intended to intimidate by showing that senders know recipients’ home addresses.
• Many of the deliveries began before a recent shooting targeting Minnesota Democratic lawmakers, raising alarm over escalating political threats.
• Investigators are withholding details about the orders to protect the ongoing inquiry and to deter potential copycat acts.