The FBI is currently investigating a series of suspicious packages and letters sent to election officials in over a dozen states, including Colorado, Missouri, and Iowa. A number of election offices have been evacuated after receiving these suspicious items, some of which contained white powder. At least 16 states have reported similar incidents, prompting significant concern over the safety and security of election officials. In certain cases, packages addressed to secretaries of state have been intercepted, and mail facilities across the nation are on alert. While investigations are ongoing, officials urge caution and have reported no hazards from some of the materials so far.