Michigan Senate President Pro Tempore Jeremy Moss reported receiving a bomb threat at his Southfield home on Thursday, September 11. He said the threat was detailed, specific, and alarming.
Police officers and a bomb-sniffing dog arrived at the senator’s residence soon after the report. They searched the property and confirmed that no immediate danger was present at the site.
Moss, a Democrat, thanked officers for their quick response. He said their actions allowed him and his neighbors to feel more secure after receiving such a frightening message at his own home.
The incident occurred the same day Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II confirmed a credible bomb threat at his Detroit residence. Both cases targeted two of the highest-ranking Democrats in Michigan.
Moss said the tone of recent political discussion has grown harsher. He noted his office and social media accounts have faced more aggressive and bigoted messages over the past several days.
“This current political environment is untenable,” Moss stated after the incident. “We must reject violence as a feature of politics. We cannot treat intimidation and threats as normal.”
He added that democracy requires people to speak, debate, and disagree without fearing violent retaliation. He said he refuses to be silenced and will continue speaking for Michigan residents.
The threats against Moss and Gilchrist follow a string of violent incidents targeting political figures nationwide. The rise in politically driven attacks has raised alarms across party lines.
This week, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated while taking part in a debate in Utah. His killing drew wide attention and fueled concerns about growing political violence.
In June, one Minnesota lawmaker was killed and another was seriously injured. Police investigators said the attack was politically motivated, highlighting again the danger elected officials now face.
In April, the Pennsylvania governor’s home was set on fire with his family inside. Governor Josh Shapiro and his family survived, but investigators confirmed the fire was intentionally set.
Last year, former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt during a campaign rally. He was injured when shots were fired, though Secret Service agents quickly removed him from the stage.
Moss pointed to these recent tragedies in stressing the need for unity. He said, “Our voice and our vote remain the strongest tools to counter hate and toxic politics.”
He urged citizens to reject violence and intimidation in every form. According to Moss, the health of democracy depends on open debate, respect for opponents, and faith in civic participation.
Law enforcement has not released additional details about the threat against Moss. The investigation remains active, and officials said they are working with state and local partners on security.
The back-to-back threats against Moss and Gilchrist have rattled Michigan’s political community. They show the extent to which hostile acts are spreading beyond Washington and into local leadership.
Many lawmakers have expressed support for Moss and Gilchrist, calling the threats unacceptable. Calls for better protection of public officials are expected to grow louder in the days ahead.
Moss ended his statement with a pledge to continue his work. “I will not be intimidated,” he said. “Michigan residents deserve leaders who will not back down to fear.”
