New York Man Sentenced for Massive Harassment Campaign Against Congress

Ade Salim Lilly receives 13 months in prison for making over 12,000 threatening calls to congressional offices.

Lilly pleaded guilty to charges of interstate communications with threats and repeated harassing calls.
The harassment campaign spanned 21 months, targeting 54 congressional offices across the country.
Lilly threatened to kill a staff member during one of his calls, using violent and vulgar language.
Capitol Police reported a 400% increase in threats against lawmakers over the past six years.
Lilly's actions highlight the growing issue of threats and harassment faced by public officials.