Medical All-Clear After Anti-Trump Package Opened at U.S. Base
Seven individuals briefly felt unwell after a suspicious package was opened on Thursday at the military base near Washington, D.C., which houses Air Force One, the president’s aircraft, a base spokesperson reported Friday.
The incident occurred at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, a facility frequently used by senior U.S. government officials and located a short distance from the capital. President Donald Trump had landed there on Wednesday upon returning from a business forum in Florida.
“The package contained negative sentiments towards President Donald Trump but no specific threats towards the president or other government officials,” the spokesperson for Joint Base Andrews said.
Emergency responders quickly evacuated the affected building and nearby facilities, establishing a secure perimeter around the scene. Seven people who showed brief symptoms were examined by the base’s medical team and later released.
“Testing was conducted for contaminants, but no powder or hazardous materials were found, and there is no active threat,” the statement confirmed.
Earlier reports from U.S. media had suggested that the package might have contained a white powder, but subsequent tests ruled out any dangerous substances.
Author’s Summary
A package with hostile messages for President Trump caused a brief health scare at Joint Base Andrews, but no toxins or threats were discovered, and all individuals recovered quickly.