Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli has responded to a statement from the California Governor Newsom Press Office, which indicated that Kristi Noem would "have a bad day today." In his response, Essayli emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for both direct and implicit threats against government officials. He has referred the matter to the U.S. Secret Service for a comprehensive threat assessment.
This development follows a growing concern regarding the safety of public officials, highlighting the importance of addressing any potential threats. The situation remains under investigation by the appropriate authorities.
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