Congressional Black Caucus Statement on Threats Against HBCUs

Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement:

"The threats made against several Historically Black Colleges and Universities are not only vile-they are a chilling reminder of the relentless racism and extremism that continues to target and terrorize Black communities in this country.

"These terroristic threats, designed to intimidate and foment hatred against everyday Americans-in this case, Black institutions of higher learning-cannot go unchallenged and must not be swept aside. Black students and HBCU communities deserve to be protected.

"The Congressional Black Caucus stands in full solidarity with the students, faculty, and staff of HBCUs around our nation, and we remain committed to ensuring their safety and security.

"The U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI must act swiftly to fully investigate these threats and pursue the appropriate legal action against those responsible."