A suspicious package was sent to the California Secretary of State headquarters in Sacramento, authorities said Sept. 19.
The unopened package was quickly turned over to authorities. State law enforcement conducted field and chemical tests, confirming the substance inside was nonhazardous and identified as unbleached flour, Secretary of State Shirley Weber said in a statement.
“While the substance is nonlethal, state and federal authorities will continue to investigate the incident,” Weber said.
The secretary’s office is urging local election offices to take precautions when handling incoming mail at their facilities.
“We will continue to work with state and federal law enforcement authorities on responding to any threats to California elections officials or workers,” Weber said….