At Least Three Illinois Lawmakers Named in Minnesota Murder Suspect’s Notes

At least three Illinois lawmakers named in Minnesota murder suspect’s notes

Congressional members requesting increased security after Minnesota shootings

In the wake of the attacks against Minnesota lawmakers last weekend, members of Congress are requesting more security protections as threats of political violence increase across the U.S. Nikole Killion reports.

Nikki Budzinski named in Minnesota murder suspect’s notes

Illinois Rep. Nikki Budzinski was named in a Minnesota murder suspect’s notes and condemned the violence after being notified by Capitol Police.

Congress reviews security boost after deadly Minnesota shooting

Lawmakers cite rising threats and hit list naming Democrats as calls grow for more protectionMembers of Congress are urgently reviewing security arrangements following the weekend Minnesota shootings that claimed the lives of a Democratic state legislator and her husband, with many demanding extra funds to beef up their own protection.Fears of increasing levels of political violence were further heightened by the discovery of “dozens and dozens”…

GOP rep calls for ‘around-the-clock’ security for congressional lawmakers using public funds after Minnesota shootings

Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) expressed deep concern Monday over “growing threats” to congressional lawmakers in a letter asking for clarification over whether members can use their taxpayer-funded allowances to pay for personal security.