Washington (CNN) Threats against members of Congress continue to climb, Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund said Tuesday, projecting the number of threats this year will "break last year's record." "The President's rhetoric may insinuate more attacks on Members of Congress." While some members of Congress, including some Republican lawmakers , criticized the President's rhetoric and condemned it as racist, Trump has stood by the attacks, arguing, "I don't have a Racist bone in my body!" Sund added at Tuesday's hearing that the Capitol Police Board will continue to adjust strategies and emphasize a proactive approach in addressing threats against Congress. "Our daily reality is that the US Capitol remains a desired target for assailants both domestic and foreign," he said.

Source: CNN July 16, 2019 20:48 UTC