PULSE POINTS:

What Happened: The Republican Party headquarters in Albuquerque was damaged in an alleged arson attack and vandalism attempt.

Who’s Involved: The Republican Party of New Mexico, Albuquerque Fire Department, Albuquerque Police Department, FBI, ATF, and Democratic Party of New Mexico.

Where & When: The incident occurred at the Republican Party headquarters in Albuquerque, early Sunday morning.

Key Quote: “This horrific attack, fueled by hatred and intolerance, is a direct assault on our values, freedoms, and our right to political expression,” stated Republican Party of New Mexico Chairwoman Amy Barela.

Impact: No injuries were reported. The incident is part of a larger investigation into politically motivated violence, prompting condemnation from both Republican and Democratic parties in New Mexico.

IN FULL:

An investigation is underway following an alleged arson attack on the Republican Party headquarters in Albuquerque. The incident occurred early Sunday morning, causing substantial damage to the front entryway and smoke damage throughout the building. The Albuquerque Fire Department responded to the incident just before 6 a.m., managing to bring the fire under control within five minutes, with no casualties reported.

The Republican Party of New Mexico has condemned the attack, which Chairwoman Amy Barela characterized as a “deliberate act of arson,” intensified by messages spray-painted on the premises, including the phrase “ICE=KKK.” Barela emphasized the attack as an assault on political freedoms and values, marking it as part of a broader pattern of politically charged violence. She cited ongoing federal and local law enforcement investigations, involving both the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), to hold accountable those responsible.

The Democratic Party of New Mexico issued a statement condemning the act, emphasizing that such actions have no place in a democratic society and stressing the importance of peaceful dialogue to address political differences. The party expressed hope that the perpetrator would be swiftly apprehended and held liable for their actions.

Authorities are treating the fire as part of a larger investigation into acts of arson and vandalism targeting right-leaning political entities and businesses across several states. As of now, there has been no immediate response from the FBI in Albuquerque regarding additional details on the case.

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