explosives

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The deadly explosion sparked a series of investigations into what happened that day, including a probe by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives into the cause of the blast.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

“The Division hopes to work with the Sheriff’s Department on abatement and help keep all remaining Arson and Explosives employees safe.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The 38-year-old also currently serves as acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, which is not typically a position boasting a purview in European security negotiations.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025

Afterwards, he also took over the role of acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

Explosives would be arranged around the plutonium, like a very thick skin around a fruit.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin