Following bomb threats, Youngkin will ask for emergency funding for security at historically Black c
RICHMOND — After a series of bomb threats made against historically Black colleges, Gov. Glenn Youngkin said Friday night he will request the General Assembly provide emergency funding to HBCUs to increase their security and campus safety.
"I am angry and deeply concerned by the recent pattern of bomb threats plaguing our historically Black colleges and universities," Youngkin said in a statement. "I am committed to harnessing state resources to support these institutions and will work together with them on a continued coordinated response that ensures the safety of our HBCU students and faculty."
A threat was made against Hampton University on Wednesday, and on Friday threats were made against Norfolk State University and Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina.
Virginia Union University and Virginia State University in greater Richmond did not receive threats.
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