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Suspicious Package With White Powder Prompts Closures at Andrews Air Force Base

Initial hazmat screening detected no hazardous substance.

Overview

  • Several base personnel reported feeling unwell after the parcel was opened and were transported to a hospital.
  • Buildings near the site were temporarily closed as emergency and hazmat teams conducted assessments.
  • Political propaganda materials were found inside the package, according to media reports.
  • Authorities have opened a detailed investigation to identify the substance and the sender, with no public attribution so far.
  • The high-security base handles presidential and foreign-leader flights, and President Trump used the facility on Nov. 5.