Article snippet: A Florida man with a lengthy criminal history was charged Friday with sending explosive devices to high-profile Democrats who have sparred with MORE, a major break in a case that has gained national attention and stoked political divisions ahead of the midterm elections. The arrest of Cesar Sayoc Jr. came hours after more devices were discovered in three different states, pushing the total found by law enforcement to 13. None of the devices have exploded, but the saga has put officials on alert about the threat of violence connected to the political season. Sayoc, who was apprehended in Aventura, Fla., was charged with interstate transportation of an explosive, illegal mailing of explosives, threats against former presidents and certain other persons, threatening interstate communication and assaulting federal officers. If convicted, Sayoc would face up to 48 years in prison. The 56-year-old had previously been arrested for theft, fraud, drug possession and making bomb threats in alleged incidents dating back to the 1990s. Social media accounts believed to belong to Sayoc show he attended Trump rallies and made threats against top Democrats, some of whom were sent explosive devices. Attorney General MORE announced the charges at a news conference in Washington, in which he sent a message that political violence will not be tolerated. "Let this be a lesson to anyone, regardless of their political beliefs, that we will bring the full force of law against anyon... Link to the full article to read more