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Swatting

Hoaxes Hoax Calls Political Intimidation False Reporting Domestic Terrorism Targeted Attacks Legislation Political Targeting Public Safety

Police Confirm Swatting Call at Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Virginia Home

Quick coordination with the justice’s security averted an armed response, triggering a probe into the hoax's origin.

FBI Joins Probe as Swatting and Bomb Threats Hit Indiana Governor and GOP Senators

Dozens of U.S. Colleges Hit by Swatting Hoaxes, Prompting Lockdowns and Federal Probe