Suspicious powder letters target 32 states, Congress weeks before midterms

Over three dozen congressional lawmakers and election offices across at least 32 states have received suspicious letters containing white powder, forcing evacuations and disrupting election operations. The coordinated mailings, occurring weeks before the 2026 midterms, raise concerns about political intimidation and election security. The substance has not been identified as hazardous, and no injuries have been reported, but the scope and timing suggest a deliberate campaign.