Florida man arrested in mailbomb investigation
by Rob Beschizza from on (#41MZK)
Turn on your sets, civilians. Breaking news via TPM:
Federal authorities have arrested and detained a man in Florida in connection to the 12 potential explosive devices sent to prominent critics of President Donald Trump this week, according to CNN and NBC reporting. The man is reportedly now in FBI custody for questioning. Per NBC, the suspect is possibly in his 50s.
The BBC reports that it has confirmation of the arrest from U.S. officials, but no further details.
Previously: Official: Explosive devices sent to Trump critics are consistent with online bomb-making designs.