A state of emergency has been declared at a US Air Force base after several people were poisoned after opening a package containing white powder.

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A state of emergency has been declared at a US Air Force base after several people were poisoned after opening a package containing white powder.

Several personnel at Joint Base Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland fell ill after opening a package containing white powder and political leaflets. The incident occurred on November 6 at the National Military Command Center.

"Base security received a suspicious package. Upon opening, white powder and politically sensitive materials were discovered." - the source said.

The victims were immediately isolated, and chemical defense specialists arrived at the scene. Preliminary tests revealed no hazardous substances, but further analysis is ongoing. The base where Air Force One is based has been placed on high alert. The FBI has classified the incident as a potential threat.

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