Canadian Suspected of Sending Ricin to White House Charged With Threatening Trump

Canadian Suspected of Sending Ricin to White House Charged With Threatening Trump
RCMP officers prepare to enter an apartment complex in connection with the mailing of ricin to President Trump, on Sept. 21, 2020 in St-Hubert, Que. The Canadian Press/Ryan Remiorz
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A Quebec woman suspected of mailing envelopes containing the poison ricin to the White House appeared in court Tuesday on a charge of threats against the president of the United States.

Pascale Ferrier, who wore a tan jail jumpsuit, had her hands in cuffs and a chain around her waist during her brief court appearance in Buffalo, N.Y. A blue mask covered much of her face as she gave only “yes’‘ and ”no’' answers.