Multiple individuals were hospitalized following an incident at a US air base. The situation occurred at Joint Base Andrews, a key military facility used by high-profile figures such as the president and vice president for official travel. President Donald Trump was present at the base during the incident.
Authorities confirmed that an individual opened a suspicious package, causing several people to fall ill and require medical attention. The package’s contents have not been disclosed. Those taken to the hospital are reported to be in stable condition and have been discharged without further details on their injuries.
A spokesperson for Joint Base Andrews stated that the incident involved the opening of a suspicious package, resulting in individuals feeling unwell. Following evaluations and treatment by base medical staff, the affected individuals were deemed stable and released. As a precaution, the affected buildings were evacuated, and the area cordoned off, though normal operations have since resumed. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
In a recent update, Joint Base Andrews clarified that the suspicious package contained negative sentiments towards the President and his actions. Emergency responders evacuated the buildings and conducted testing for hazardous materials, but no immediate threats were found. The Air Force Office of Special Investigations is leading the inquiry, and further details are being withheld to maintain the investigation’s integrity.