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The FBI’s San Diego office said it was assisting with the investigation, and the Los Angeles division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said it was also involved in the response.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

In an email, a spokesperson for Union Pacific said the company was assisting authorities in the investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Netanyahu also acknowledged that he knew Beijing was assisting Iran.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel said the bureau was assisting local authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Hazel realized that Hecate was assisting her—lending her the strength to keep up a defensive shroud.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan