(CNN) - Federal and local officials are on the scene of a threatening letter with white powder received at John McCain’s regional campaign office outside Denver, in suburban Englewood, Colorado.
At 3 p.m. MT, a staffer in the McCain Denver office opened a letter containing a threatening letter and a quantity of white powder," McCain Spokesman Jeff Sadosky told CNN's Justine Redman. "Staff immediately contacted local and federal law enforcement. Staff are taking all necessary precautions, including checking in with medical professionals"
“Agents and Officers are responding," United States Secret Service Spokesman Malcolm Wiley who is in Denver also tells CNN's Jim Spellman.
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Be careful Mccain, men that try to act tough are as soft as a baby's bottom.
He's a big strong hero man, he can take it.
Come on now, be nice. No need to threaten his life and get tossed in jail. God will be striking him down any day now, for the unethical lies, pandering, and dirty character attacks he's engaged in lately. He is a pathetic example of someone completely selling out his principals in pursuit of an office he has no business holding after what he has done in his career.
Okay, while I won't be voting for JM, I hope the country doesn't stoop to such vile tactics.
Obama 08
Insert idiotic remarks from the Obamites here: 5,4,3,2,1......
B O--T H E-U N I F I E R ! !
I guess I am hated...maybe it is because I speak my mind when it comes to the blogs. I blogged this morning on another topic and it got booted off. America please bless God!
*sigh* Why does it have to come to this. More terrorism in the US.
Well, you have to give this threatener SOMETHING, at least. He had the guts to go beyond being just a mouth, like the cowards on these blogs who can post behind a name and spout whatever hate-filled rants they want. You all TALK like terrorists, but none of you have the guts to be one, or back down off the hate (which takes EVEN MORE guts). You do understand that your hatefulness is what drives terrorists to be what they are, right?
People need to calm down. How will you all look back on your words in December? Most of you will probably forget half of what you said anyway. Please think.
10 bucks says the Republicans sent it to keep up the 'fear factor' and the 'bogus' threat of terrorism going.
Most likely baby powder for the adult diapers.
Stay safe John, stay safe Barack.
Let's have a real election with a vote on the issues.
Obama '08.
*cough* set up *cough*
*cough* white power planted by GOP *cough*
"cough* GOP fear tactics *cough*
It probably came from Georgia (the country) after McBush sold them out to the Russians. Where is the American muscle you/your lobbyist promised them? They learned the hard way what American had better learn better November! McCain is driven to become president by his "ambition". Seems he'd rather lose an ally (with tough talk and no stick) than lose an election!
John McCain ....25 years of BAD EXPERIENCE!!
I'm an Obama supporter but I pray for the continued well-being of John McCain and all of his staff. Lets hope this is just a prank pulled by some nutjob.
You just have to love all of those "tolerant" liberals.
OK – even as a Democrat and Obama supporter, this is absolutely ridiculous. Come on people, let's just disagree, but even if this is a joke, I hope the authorities come down on the person with everything they got.
And please people, don't start blaming Obama or his supporters for this. Let the authorities do their investigation, catch and prosecute the people behind this.
Niether candidate wishes harm to the other.
Hope it is nothing serious. Probably from someone who heard his talk about instituting the draft and they don't want their child somewhere fighting and possibly getting killed, coming back all injured either physcially or emotionally. No one wants their child to be injured but those that volunteer know that there is a possibility. But if Senator McCain gets in and institutes the draft – it will not be voluntary.
This is a set up by the Repugs to take attention away from the VP nominee of Sen Obama. This is their M.O.
be careful, he is already wanting to find a way to start another war, dont give him the fuel to start a fire.
I'm not voting for the man, but this is obviously a serious criminal offense. I hope the perpetrator is quickly brought to justice.
Dems and Independents look worse than foolish in their jokes here; let's not make light of something like this – especially if it actually turns out to be a dangerous substance.
Do we still have that color coded "threat" system? If so, what does the color go to now? If there's a scarier color than red, McCain will use it.
This is just a scam by the RNC to steal focus from McCains major gaffe of not knowing how many houses he owns. So obviou!
I bet you $1,000 this was a set up by the Repugs to:
1. Steal attention away from the Dem's VP nominee
2. To again use FEAR
This is the M.O of the Republicans and smart Americans have caught on.
OBSERVING- DO YOU HAVE A JOB?
Republican created fear, nothing to see here folks, move along
any publicity is ?
Regardless of whom you support or how much you dislike the opposing candidate, this sort of behavior is unacceptable. Whoever did it should be tracked down and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Why do I bother???? I was in East Africa in 1961... I know these Bloody Arabs.... Today after 9/11. Iran! The Sudan! Pakistan!..... Now Russia!!!!!!! i SAY IT AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wake Up, America... Super-Power turned idiot! You! Really don't know!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I figured Rove and crew would wait until the day after Obama's speech to drum up some terrorist threats. (see the day after DNC Convention 2004 for example of what I'm referring to).
I guess WcCain not knowing how many homes he has caused them to bump up the schedule a bit.....
Okay people. Let's watch the comments. There is no place for this sort of thing in American politics. I hope that catch the SOB(s), put them in the same cell as the guy who threatened Obama, and throw away the key.
Ploy! Get the news cycle off Obama and his VP pick (absolutely no one cares about McCain's pick) and that fact that McCain doesn't know how many homes he owns. This is 2008, who in the world are still falling for Repub tactics?
Does anyone really believe this crap? It was planted by McCain's campaign, at the same time they are throwing the kitchen sink Obama by suggesting he has terrorist connections.
No telling what is behind this ... a prank ... a GOP'er trying to engender sympathy ... a real threat ....
What is undeniable is that the tone of this campaign is far too superficial and nasty. STOP IT no good can come from it.
I'm a Obama supporter and I feel that McCain has been the running the dishonorable campaign. That aside, I'm certain that if McCain ceases and demonstrates a different tact, Obama will call off his recently rev'd up intensity.
I wouldn't put it past the republicans to "plant" this type of thing to keep their numbers up with the less intelligent people in the country–who are the ones who usually vote republican. Nice try, but only the thick-skulled people will fall for it.
McCain the dimwit who got 160+ sailors killed on the USS Forrestral due to his own stupidity and cowardace.
Don't worry... we have the Patriot Act... we'll get 'em!
Hey Dave in Illinois:
No idiotic message from us. The anger comes from a country SICK AND TIRED OF THE POLITICS OF DESTRUCTION-LIES-ATTACKS.
THE NEW REZKO AD IS DESPICABLE!
WITH 26 YEARS IN DC, LET'S START LOOKING INTO MCCAIN'S CLOSET!
THE KEATING FIVE........ ABRAMHOFF...... ETC., ETC.,
In all probability it was Rick Davis...always hungry for some media attention.
There you go GOP....welcome to our world.
You Obama supporters are really nasty people. Have been from the start. Obama would be running scared if that was his office. Hell, he is even afraid to debate McCain at a Town Hall meeting. And you have the nerve to throw nasty comments to McCain. Obama has no backbone, he is a "chicken" and not anybody that should be in the oval office.
I agree with Todd
Hey OBSERVERING aka JOE KILOZ- – -Get a new keyboard, I think yours is broken.. Were you hiding behind the door when the brains were given out? Moron
This is a fraud by the McCain campaign. Guaranteed. Guaranfrickinteed.
obama cant win any other way
Republicans, do not try to play any dirty game here. You are noted for your
craftiness .
You will be found out and prosecuted for this
Those 'tolerant' liberals...only tolerant of their own filth.
"Insert idiotic remarks from the Obamites here: 5,4,3,2,1……"
And if there had been a threat against Obama, there would have been dumb things said by McCain supporters. There are far too many such comments from BOTH sides on this forum.
I'm an Obama supporter, and I think this is horrifying. I hope they catch the person responsible ASAP.
Did the Obama campaign think they wouldn't get caught?
This is very fishy. I remain convinced that this is a psyop (psychological operation). Yes, there are crazy people on both sides of the aisle, but that particular type of dirty trick is a specialty of the right-wing in general and Republican operatives in particular.
I'm sure you can expect to see a lot more psyops resembling today's event being run as the election draws closer. Be very, very skeptical of stuff like this and don't necessarily take it at face value..
I hope everyone in the McSame Camp are ok. I also hope they've not stooped this low (having false threats mailed to themselves) just to get attention.
You always close the blogs YOU BETTER READ the last comment at bottom of the "Hillary paying her debt "that comment should be removed it equals level of this sites letter .
Probably a Kool Aid drinking Obama supporter sent it.
Hey Obama, why are you worried about how many houses McCain has? You made millions last year and got a deal on a house and extra land from a convicted felon. Guess it's okay with you to have money and your buddies in Congress that have the worst approval rating ever. Your buddy Al Gore is making millions by preaching about global warming. Ask him how many houses and SUV's he has. Oh, make sure and ask John Kerry as well.
This is one independent that has made up his mind. McCain has my vote.
This is just sad. Regardless of whether you are for McCain or Obama, resorting to this level is below BOTH parties.
My hopes are that nobody is hurt (sounds to be a good bet) and they find the person responsible.
Please make it noted: Some of the above posts from BOTH sides are pretty shallow. Let's not lower ourselves to such a petty human existence. Some of these people ought to be ashamed of them selves.
Cindy sent it. She is sick of that man!
Better check the Obama people. These people are insane. They are ruled by their hate for anyone who disagrees with them.
This is a TOTAL HOAX by the McSame campaign to drum up fear and sympathy. Just like his Fake POW Christianity Story that he stole from a Russian Poet on his time in a Gulag.
Dont Believe the Fear Mongers!! No More McSame!!
Obama 08!
Who believes this? I am surprised the talcum powder was not accompanied by a Bin Laden tape! The McCain Campaign is just looking to divert attention from his expressed desire to re-instate the Draft. He also doesn't want people to know he doesn't know how many houses he and his wife own.
It is unfortunate but Colorado is Obamaland.
I am not a fan of John McCain, but this is a dreadful act, even if it turns out to be a hoax. I don't care how much someone dislikes a candidate, this is America, for heaven's sake... take your frustrations out at the voting booth and vote for the candidate of your choice, don't resort to such tactics. I hope for the sake of those office workers it is nothing, I am sure they will be fearful until they know anything for sure. Shame on such tactics.
It shouldn't take longer for the authorities to figure out what that "white" powder is than it would take to release the story...
Something's a little fishy here...
It's almost as if the story has gone out on purpose to rile things up with no conclusion....
I think this is despicable no mattter who's at fault.. but the lack of closure on this story makes me believe that this is a plant.
Hopefully they catch the idiot who did this and put him away for a while. There is no place for this behavior, no matter who you support.
Dave, looks like it went 50/50 but I find it funny that it was a right winger under your post.
Sending white powerder to McCain (as lame as he is) is OUT OF LINE. Some right wing wack job who hates McCain is probably to blame. I hope the catch the jack@ss that's responsible.
Wow. The conspiracy nuts are out in force on this one. Try learning about Occam's Razor, geniuses.
Let me see if I can track your "reasoning"...
McCain gets this in the mail..."It's the Republicans doing it!
Obama gets this in the mail.."It's the Republicans doing it!!
Lighten up on the caffeine and chill out. I'm sure that feeling like you're "in the know" makes you feel special, but you're really just paranoid.
Republicans so that desperate that they pull a stunt like this. Always taking the low road. What a way to win.
geesh. FBI and CIA need look no further then the wackos here on Certainly Not News blogs. . .
This does seem a little convenient considering all the bad press McCain has been getting today. Is somebody wagging the dog?
Of course we see all the Hate the left has in full display here. Show it to the world lefty all you want because come Nov you will be crying when your man Obama is going splat. Hey maybe Obama sent McCain some of his left over Blow lol.
Your Scare Tactics Wont Work This Time Mccain! You Should Have Waited To Send That Letter To Yourself At A Later Date! Nice Try!
Did John McCain send himself another letter to fake FEAR in America again. It is so funny, we know the same smear and fear game is been used again, but this time we are onto it!
OBAMA N 08
Go figure – You may be onto something there – wonder if Bush and Putin discussed Georgia? I know McCain and that pres of GA talked – wonder if that was all just fear tactics to help McWarmonger.
Sorry to hear that happened. John McCain does not deserve this. The campaign is heating up but in no way should anyone try to hurt him or his staff. Those are some sorry people who did that. Obama '08
by bet is that is was BIll Ayers...a former domestic terrorist and a friend of obama. Seems reasonable, no?
Hey College Park Jane . . . I am think of taking you up on the bet . . . where do we go to collect? I know who's campaign I'll donate it too.
Vote McCain 2008
Todd Winters August 21st, 2008 6:34 pm ET
"10 bucks says the Republicans sent it to keep up the 'fear factor' and the 'bogus' threat of terrorism going."
Typical moronic comment coming from an Obama supporter. All the people suggesting this should be ashamed of themselves.
I thought he was "the Maverick."
I dare you HATERS of the lowest moral standards to blame a U.S. Senator who is subject to ever racial threat daily known to anyone of committing a crime. Give the guy a break. You've called him everything from a racist to the anti-christ.
I don't like McCain but he would never do anything like this and unless you're a complete idiot (and I don't put it past too many of you)....this is not Obama's style and you know that.
Neo-Cons, PUMA's, and what other groups you call yourselves make me sick. And who ever did this....should find a jail sell with Bubba for many sleepless nights
Be safe McCain and staff!
Wow...what is wrong with you people...
Where are all the racist accusations and wacko remarks like when they guy in Miami said/did something stupid.
You people are the one's who are out of touch with reality.
It was a shame what was said about Sen. Obama and this is a shame about what has happened to Sen. McCain's office.
I'm not blaming either party for individual's stupidity.
I will blame blogger's for their stupid comments though.
The maturity of some of the Obama supporters is [not] surprising. Thank goodness that CNN is "moderating" these comments.
Not a topic to comment on in a political manner.
glad no one was hurt. if it happened tyo obamas staff how long would it take for the msm to declare that it was someone who doesnt want a black man in office?
cnn please post.
Its a sham nothing more nothing less.
GOD PLEASE GUIDE AND PROTECT SENATOR BARACK OBAMA AND ALL THE DEMOCRATS...WE NEED YOU 2008-2024...AMEN!!!!!!!!
This election is way too long. The negative ads out of the McCain campaign, which McCain seems to think are funny, are startting to attract the lunatics. I am ashamed of how this campaign has been run and what is standing as "politics".
It is no wonder that few honourable men and women will not run for office when they see the tactics the media and campaigns go to tear them and their families down.
What cheap tactics from the Republican party. Never be fooled again, my fellow citizens. Their rich just keep getting richer and we are becoming their slaves.
Hope they are all alright, that's scary this is the world we live in, it's really not funny.
Obama 08
A republican senator in SD had an envelope of baby powder sent today, why isn't that one making news?
There is no reason for this sort of thing. This is ridiculous. an election is no reason to attack a candidate or their staffers in this way.
Time for people to grow up.
LOL Obama is one of those rich that keep getting richer, Liz Wetzel!!
What is wrong with people? I can't stand McCain for political reasons but I would never wish ill will on him or any of his supporters. This is the type of evil Obama was talking about during the Faith Forum. This world is OUT OF CONTROL!!!
Can you say "Publicity Stunt"?
How is this not "breaking news"? A presidential candidate is possibly targeted, and... nothing? Because it is not Obama? CNN is really playing it fancy free and loose with not being "biased".
I believe this is no more than a political ploy. Who in their right man would want to hurt someone who is already 71 years old and suffers from cancer.
Political trick the by the GOP they sent it to McCain. This way they can blame some Demo. They also want to change the subjrct from McCains houses.
smh @ the desparation by the GOP on this move....
ahhh...that's nothing serious. It is McCain's medication....
Give the old man a break will ya?
Put them in all, the same cell as OBama, and throw away the Key??? I go along with that....
Crazy liberals.
On such a serious matter – BO supporters are showing they lack intelligence
Well, what happened to mccain's tough talk. It's probably just baby powder.
He he, you Obamites certainly do not dissapoint. Any adult looking at these comments should get a good idea of the mentality of the Obamite cult. Adult America is seeing the real Obama and his sheep. Thats why he is slipping in the polls. Keep it up, Obamites, your sinking your own ship.
Please you Obamodites are rude and ignorant- if I was even considering voting for Obama (I am a Democrat) the sh..t I see all of you write here and other blogs makes me wonder how much brains you will have to be able to to pull the right lever on election day. Grow up- oh and by the way, McCain might not remember he has 7 homes but at least he knows we have 50 states.
Just think if it was Obama. I can't believe how hateful you people are. I could never vote for a candidate who had supporters like you people. You hateful people are turing us away from Obama.
Jeff D you are a very sick person. How would you like it if someone said that about Obama?
This is plain stupid. We can disagree without making threats to the candidates. Long live both Obama and McCain.
Occupy Iraq, increase offensive in Afganistan, prepare to attack Iran, gin up a good war with Russia to defend Georgia and possible more biologically hazardous letters being sent out in the U.S. I am so frightened now, I feel like the only thing I have left , in order to save my trembling soul, is to vote another Republican into the White House. Oh, I hope nothing else really frightening happens to frighten us. I am maxing out on my ability to keep track of all these horrible things.
I love how most of the Obamaniacs here are hoping it would kill him or thinking it was some sort part of the "great, right wing conspiracy."
Conservative for life!
HOPEFULLY THIS DID NOT COME FROM AN OBAMA SUPPORTER, AFTER ALL THINGS LIKE THIS JUST DO NOT MAKE ANY SENSE AT ALL, WE AS A COUNTRY DON'T NEED THIS TYPE OF TROUBLE TO EITHER NOMINEE.........
Well, very sad. While James Dobson's clan is praying for rain on Obama, their candidate is being threatened.
Hope they both stay safe – Obama 08
By the way guys, I heard what happen to the Democrat in Arkansas. That literally is ashame to me.
What is happening to our country guys?? Most importantly, I'm ashame because that's not Conservatism, that does not make us look good...
Yeah right. Sounds like a set up because McSame isn't getting enough attention from the media. And they say Obama has a big ego...Ha!