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Kari Lake's Campaign Office Evacuated After Anthrax Scare

An envelope containing a suspicious substance prompted a lockdown, but tests later deemed the material non-hazardous.

  • Kari Lake's Phoenix campaign office was evacuated when a staffer opened an envelope with a powdery substance and a note warning of anthrax.
  • A hazmat team and local law enforcement responded swiftly, ensuring the safety of the campaign staff.
  • Phoenix Police tested the substance and confirmed it was non-hazardous, allowing staff to return to the office.
  • Lake condemned the incident as an attempt to intimidate her campaign, attributing it to political adversaries.
  • Authorities have launched an investigation into the source of the suspicious package, following similar incidents targeting public officials.
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