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June 17, 2025
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Antifa Sharpshooter Charged Over Trump Assassination Threat.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: A former Coast Guard officer and self-described Antifa member, Peter Stinson, was arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald J. Trump.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Peter Stinson, President Trump, and investigators from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) counter-terrorism task force.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: Stinson was arrested on Monday, June 16, 2025, in Virginia following an FBI investigation.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: Stinson “self-identified as a member of Antifa”, investigators said.

🎯IMPACT: If convicted, Stinson could face up to five years in prison, adding to a series of recent threats against the president and other officials.

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Peter Stinson, a former Coast Guard officer and self-identified Antifa member, has been arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald J. Trump. According to a 19-page Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) affidavit, Stinson made multiple threats online involving firearms, knives, and poisoning.

Stinson, who served in the Coast Guard for 33 years until 2021, was trained as a sharpshooter and worked as an instructor at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He is also listed as a coordinator for the MayDay Movement, a group advocating for the impeachment and removal of President Trump as the 47th president. Investigators noted that Stinson posted graphic threats on social media and referenced “8647,” a phrase shared online by former FBI Director James Comey, which was interpreted as a threat against Trump.

The affidavit also highlighted Stinson’s online comments following the July 2024 attempted assassination of Trump by Thomas Matthew Crooks. Stinson allegedly described the failed attempt as “a missed opportunity.” He also wrote that he lacked the “necessary skills” for such an act, but later contradicted himself, implying he did have the ability.

Convictions for threatening a president can carry up to five years in prison, though some sentences have been lighter. Stinson’s case is the latest in a string of incidents involving threats against President Trump, including the foiled assassination attempt by Crooks and another attempt by pro-Ukraine activist Ryan Routh.

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June 16, 2025
Crime

Walz-Linked Shooter Targeted 2 Other Homes. Here’s What We Know.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Federal officials believe that Vance Luther Boelter, who allegedly shot two Minnesota state representatives and their spouses, visited the homes of at least two other state lawmakers early Saturday morning intending to murder them.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Vance Luther Boelter, Melissa Hortman, John Hoffman, two other Minnesota lawmakers, state law enforcement, and Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The murders and attempted murders occurred early Saturday morning, June 14, with Boelter eventually captured by state law enforcement on Sunday, June 15.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “This was a political assassination,” Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson said on Monday.

🎯IMPACT: The revelation that Boelter visited the homes of additional targets suggests the assassin had far broader plans to kill state officials.

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Federal officials revealed that alleged Minnesota assassin Vance Luther Boelter, accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in their homes, visited the homes of two other state lawmakers on Saturday morning, but moved on as neither was present. Boelter allegedly shot and killed state Representative Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband, and critically wounded state Senator John Hoffman (D) and his wife Yvette.
In all four incidents, it is believed that Boelter approached the homes disguised as a police officer and claimed to be investigating some sort of crime when someone answered the door. The first home visited by Boelter was that of state Senator Hoffman, with both the lawmaker and his wife being critically wounded by the assassin. Next, Boelter drove to the home of another, unnamed, lawmaker, but discovered it empty.
However, in the second of the failed shooting attempts, an actual local law enforcement official now believes they encountered Boelter sitting outside the lawmaker’s residence in an SUV. The officer says they approached the vehicle and a man in a police uniform sitting inside, and assumed the individual was dispatched to provide a protective detail. However, when the officer tried to verbally address the individual, the man in the SUV continued staring straight ahead.
After the initial encounter, the law enforcement officer says they proceeded to check on the home, knocking on the front door and receiving no response. Upon confirming that the house was unoccupied, the officer realized the SUV and the man—now believed to be Boelter—had departed.
Subsequently, police would again encounter Boelter at the final home, belonging to Rep. Hortman. When police arrived, Boelter was standing at the front door of the lawmaker’s residence. Before law enforcement could respond, Boelter forced his way into the home and began opening fire, killing Hortman and her husband.
Boelter had previously been appointed to serve on a state workforce commission by Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) and by his predecessor, Gov. Mark Dayton (D-MN). On Monday, Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson plainly stated: “This was a political assassination.”
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June 16, 2025
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Trump Brands Walz ‘Grossly Incompetent’ Amid Minnesota Shootings.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: A political assassination in Minnesota left two people dead, including state Rep. Melissa Hortman (D), and two others injured, sparking condemnation from President Donald J. Trump.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Victims include Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark; suspect Vance Luther Boelter has been captured. President Trump and Governor Tim Walz (D) have also been involved in the aftermath.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The shootings occurred early Saturday in Minnesota. Governor Tim Walz addressed the incident on June 14, 2025.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The incident has heightened concerns over political violence, with federal law enforcement involved in the investigation.

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President Donald J. Trump said on Sunday that he “may” call Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) following a political assassination that shocked the state. Trump, who condemned the violence, described Walz as a “terrible governor” and “grossly incompetent.” Speaking to ABC’s Rachel Scott, Trump stated, “Well, it’s a terrible thing. I think he’s a terrible governor. I think he’s a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people, too.”

The state of Minnesota is grappling with the aftermath of two shootings that claimed the lives of state Representative Melissa Hortman (D), a former speaker of the state House, and her husband, Mark. The attack also left a state senator and his wife injured. Authorities report that the suspect, 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter, disguised himself as a police officer. Boelter was taken into custody late Sunday night after a lengthy manhunt.

Governor Walz labeled the shootings an “act of targeted political violence.” A source close to Walz revealed that he and Vice President J.D. Vance have been in communication regarding the incident. The source added, “The Governor expressed appreciation for the ongoing coordination between federal law enforcement and Minnesota public safety officials.” However, another source noted that Trump had not yet contacted Walz.

Notably, Walz himself has been accused of turning up the political temperature regarding violent political rhetoric. The National Pulse reported in May that the Minnesota Democrat had compared U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to Adolf Hitler’s Gestapo during a commencement speech.

The FBI and the Attorney General have launched an investigation, with the White House pledging to prosecute anyone involved to the fullest extent of the law. Police discovered a list in the suspect’s vehicle containing the names of dozens of Minnesota Democrats, raising concerns regarding the extent and scale of Boelter’s additional planned acts of terrorism.

This tragic event comes amid increasing worries over political violence in the U.S., following incidents such as the killing of Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, an arson attack at Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s home, and last summer’s two attempted assassinations of Trump. President Trump commented, “Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place.”

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June 16, 2025
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War

Car Bombs Took Out Iranian Nuclear Scientists in Tehran.

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âť“WHAT HAPPENED: Iran has blamed Israel for multiple car bombs, which reportedly killed several Iranian nuclear scientists..

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Iranian nuclear scientists.

đź“ŤWHEN & WHERE: The bombings were reported on Sunday, June 15, by Iranian media.

đź’¬KEY QUOTE: “Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons that make the bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima look tiny in comparison. We could not remain passive. This is truly an existential war.” – Benjamin Netanyahu

🎯IMPACT: The killings suggest that Israel still has agents operating covertly in Iran, adding another layer to the ongoing conflict.

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Iranian authorities have blamed Israel for at least five car bombings that took place on June 15, with Iranian media additionally claiming that several nuclear scientists were killed as a result. The apparent killings come after Israel has specifically targeted nuclear scientists and senior Iranian military officials in recent days.

Since Friday, June 13, around 15 nuclear scientists have reportedly been killed in Israeli attacks as both Israel and Iran continue to trade blows. Israeli officials have denied being behind the car bombs in Tehran, however.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu explained why he gave the green light for strikes on Iran, which began last week, saying, “Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons that make the bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima look tiny in comparison. We could not remain passive. This is truly an existential war.”

The death toll on both sides has continued to rise since Friday, with reports in Iran claiming at least 224 deaths and 1,200 injured, while Israel has reported 24 people killed since the conflict between the two countries began. However, some activists claim as many as 406 people in Iran may have been killed in Israeli strikes.

Israel now claims to have air superiority over Tehran, Iran’s capital, with Israeli military spokesman Effie Defrin stating that Israel has struck over 120 launch pads for missiles, destroying a third of them overall. Despite this, Iran has been able to attack Israeli targets and at times penetrate Israel’s multi-layered drone and missile defence systems.

So far, the United States is not offensively involved in the conflict, but President Donald J. Trump has warned Iran that the U.S. could become involved if Iran strikes U.S. targets in the region. President Trump said, “[If] we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.” Additionally, the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and its carrier strike force are en route to the region.

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May 29, 2025
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FBI Reports Surge in Threats Against President Trump.

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âť“What Happened: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel revealed his agency is overwhelmed by ‘copycat’ threats against President Donald J. Trump following an “86 47” post on Instagram by former FBI Director James Comey, seen by many as endorsing violence against the America First leader.

👥 Who’s Involved: FBI Director Kash Patel, former FBI Director James Comey, President Donald J. Trump, and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino.

📍 Where & When: The controversy stems from Comey’s Instagram post earlier this month. Patel discussed the issue on May 28, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “Do you know how many agents I’ve had to take offline from chasing down child sex predators, fentanyl traffickers, terrorists?” – Kash Patel.

⚠️ Impact: FBI resources have been diverted to investigate threats against Trump, with Patel citing Comey’s post as a catalyst.

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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel has disclosed that his agency has been inundated with threats to President Donald J. Trump’s life, which he attributes to a controversial Instagram post by former FBI Director James Comey. Speaking to Bret Baier, Patel explained that the post depicting shells arranged to form the numbers “86 47” has led to a surge in “copycat” incidents.

The term “86” is commonly used in hospitality to mean “get rid of” something, but can also be interpreted as a mob reference to a grave eight feet long and six feet deep. The number 47 refers to Trump’s status as the 47th U.S. President. However, Comey claims he was unaware of the violent connotations associated with the numbers, despite his long career in law enforcement.

Patel expressed frustration over the situation, emphasizing the strain on FBI resources. “Do you know how many agents I’ve had to take offline from chasing down child sex predators, fentanyl traffickers, terrorists?” he asked. He suggested that the post inspired people across the country to make threats, believing such behavior is permissible because Comey did it.

The FBI has not provided specific details about the threats, but the issue arises less than a year after a gunman’s bullet struck Trump’s ear during a campaign event in Pennsylvania.

Meanwhile, last week, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested an illegal immigrant who made threats against Trump. Ramon Morales-Reyes, a Mexican national who has unlawfully entered the U.S. on multiple occasions, wrote in a letter that he “will self deport myself back to Mexico, but not before I use my 30 yard 6 to shoot your precious president in his head—I will see him at one of his big ralleys.”

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May 23, 2025
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UPenn Climate Scientist Calls for ‘Second Amendment’ to Be Used Against Trump.

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âť“What Happened: University of Pennsylvania climate scientist Michael Mann suggested using the Second Amendment against President Donald J. Trump if he defies a federal judge’s order blocking the closure of the Department of Education.

👤Who’s Involved: Michael Mann, President Donald J. Trump, the University of Pennsylvania, Libs of TikTok, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

🧾Key Quote: “If Trump doesn’t comply, we’re in second amendment territory,” Mann posted on Bluesky.

⚠️Fallout: Libs of TikTok flagged Mann’s post to the FBI, citing it as a potential threat, amid heightened concerns following two 2024 assassination attempts against Trump.

đź“ŚSignificance: Mann’s invocation of the Second Amendment to suggest violence against a sitting president underscores the escalating political rhetoric from academics.

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Michael Mann, a prominent climate scientist and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, sparked controversy on May 23, 2025, by posting on the Bluesky social media platform: “If Trump doesn’t comply, we’re in second amendment territory.” The statement was made in response to a report on a federal judge’s ruling that blocked President Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, appearing to suggest people take up arms to overthrow or assassinate the America First leader.

The May 22 injunction froze the administration’s plan to eliminate the department, which included terminating around 1,300 employees. Mann’s post—interpreted by many as a call for violence—drew immediate backlash across social media platforms.

The post was spotlighted by Libs of TikTok, which tagged the FBI and University of Pennsylvania, writing: “Hi “FBI, this climate scientist and professor at @Penn appears to be calling to kill Trump and Trump officials.”

The controversy comes on the heels of two assassination attempts on President Trump in 2024. The first occurred on July 13 during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks shot at Trump, grazing his ear and killing a supporter. The second attempt took place in September at Trump’s West Palm Beach golf course, with pro-Ukraine activist Ryan Routh caught lying in wait with a firearm and seriously injuring a child during his attempted getaway.

In response to the second incident, Trump said, “The suspected gunman believed the rhetoric of Biden and Harris, and he acted on it. Their rhetoric is causing me to be shot at.”

Mann’s invocation of the Second Amendment in the context of killing or overthrowing Trump echoes a recent social media post by former FBI Director James Comey, who was accused of inciting violence by posting “8647” on Instagram. “86” is hospitality and mob parlance for removing or murdering someone, while “47” refers to Trump as the 47th President.

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May 16, 2025
Jack Montgomery
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Comey Will Be Escorted to Secret Service Office for Interview About ’86 47′ Post.

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❓What Happened: Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey will be interviewed by Secret Service agents at their Washington Field Office over an Instagram post showing “86 47” written out in seashells, a code linked to calls for ousting or assassinating President Donald J. Trump, amid an ongoing investigation.

👥 Who’s Involved: James Comey, U.S. Secret Service, President Donald J. Trump, and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

📍 Where & When: Washington, D.C., with the interview scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “The Secret Service vigorously investigates anything that can be taken as a potential threat against our protectees,” spokesman Anthony Guglielmi stated.

⚠️ Impact: Comey’s reckless post heightens the risk of an assassination attempt against Trump, who survived two attempts on his life in 2024.

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Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey faces a Secret Service interview at their Washington Field Office on May 16, 2025, over an Instagram post showing “86 47” spelled out in seashells. To ’86’ someone is mob slang for killing them, while ’47’ references Trump as the 47th President.

Comey is attempting to downplay the post, claiming he merely found the seashells and that he had no idea the term ’86’ was associated with violence. However, many observers, including President Trump himself, do not believe this, citing Comey’s background in law enforcement.

Trump survived two assassination attempts in 2024—one at a Pennsylvania rally, where a sniper’s bullet grazed his ear, and another killed a supporter, and one at a Florida golf course, where a pro-Ukraine activist was caught lying in wait for him in a bush.

“The Secret Service vigorously investigates anything that can be taken as a potential threat against our protectees,” spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem previously labeled Comey’s post a call for Trump’s assassination, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is actively involved in the probe. A law enforcement source indicated Comey will be pressed on whether he intended to incite violence or inspire others, with the U.S. Attorney in Washington potentially deciding on charges.

CNN analyst and former Secret Service agent Jonathan Wackrow called the situation “disappointing and alarming,” noting, “It’s actually a very serious situation that warrants a real investigation.” He slammed Comey’s ignorance defense, saying, “The director should have known better,” especially given Trump’s recent brushes with would-be assassins.

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May 16, 2025
Jack Montgomery
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‘He Knew Exactly What That Meant’ — DHS and Secret Service Investigating Comey Over ‘8647’ Post.

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❓What Happened: Former FBI Director James Comey deleted an Instagram post showing “8647” in seashells, a phrase tied to mob slang for killing and referencing President Trump, prompting a DHS and Secret Service investigation.

👥 Who’s Involved: James Comey, President Donald J. Trump, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, DHS, and the Secret Service.

📍 Where & When: Online, with Comey’s post deleted and investigation announced on May 15, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “He knew exactly what that meant; a child knows what that meant,” Trump said of Comey’s post.

⚠️ Impact: Trump’s swift response and the ongoing probe highlight his administration’s zero tolerance for veiled threats, exposing Comey’s reckless partisanship after his Russiagate missteps.

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Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey has deleted a picture he shared on Instagram spelling out ‘8647’ in seashells. To ’86’ someone means to remove or kill them in the slang of the hospitality industry and organized crime, while ’47’ almost certainly refers to President Donald J. Trump, who is the 47th U.S. President.

“I posted earlier a picture of some shells I saw today on a beach walk, which I assumed were a political message,” Comey wrote in a new Instagram post, trying to suggest someone else had arranged the shells. “I didn’t realize some folks associate those numbers with violence. It never occurred to me,” he added, despite his extensive background in law enforcement.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Secret Service are investigating the post, which Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem characterized as having “called for the assassination of [President] Trump.”

President Trump has said he does not believe that Comey did not know what the words implied, telling the media, “He knew exactly what that meant; a child knows what that meant.”

“If you’re the FBI Director, and you don’t know what that meant… That meant ‘assassination,’ and it says it loud and clear,” the America First leader continued, adding that, while Comey “wasn’t very competent,” he was “competent enough to know what that meant.”

President Trump fired Comey, who facilitated the bogus Russiagate investigation, during his first term, after which he became a strident anti-Trump partisan. Two attempts were made on Trump’s life in 2024, including one at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, which saw the America First leader struck in the ear by a sniper, and three rallygoers more seriously shot, one fatally. President Trump believes Democrats’ “inflammatory” rhetoric against him inspired the attacks.

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May 15, 2025
Jack Montgomery
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Don Jr. Accuses Comey of ‘Calling for My Dad to Be Murdered’ in Instagram Post.

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❓What Happened: Donald Trump Jr. accused former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey of inciting his father’s murder in an Instagram post featuring the slogan “86 47” spelled out in seashells, a phrase tied to mob slang for killing.

👥 Who’s Involved: Donald Trump Jr., James Comey, President Donald J. Trump, and Democrat-aligned media.

📍 Where & When: Online, with Trump Jr.’s accusation posted on X (formerly Twitter) on May 15, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “Just James Comey casually calling for my dad to be murdered,” Donald Trump Jr. stated on X.

⚠️ Impact: Comey’s stunt underscores the left’s escalating rhetoric, spotlighting his descent from feigned impartiality to partisan extremism.

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Donald Trump Jr. has accused former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director James Comey of calling for his father’s murder in an Instagram post.

Comey had published a picture of ’86 47′ spelled out in seashells on the beach. In hospitality, to ’86’ someone is to remove them from a premises, such as a bar or restaurant, while in the mob, it refers to killing someone. The 47 refers to President Donald J. Trump as the 47th U.S. President.

“Just James Comey casually calling for my dad to be murdered,” the President’s eldest son remarked of the post on X (formerly Twitter), adding: “This is who the Dem-Media worships. Demented!!!!”

President Trump survived two attempts on his life in 2024, first at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a sniper shot him in the ear and killed one of his supporters, and then at a golf course in Florida, where pro-Ukraine activist Ryan Routh was found waiting to take a shot at the America First leader in a bush.

While many liberals initially resented Comey for his role in the investigation of the Hillary Clinton email scandal—which he concluded without recommending any charges—he became a hero to them after President Trump fired him in 2017, and fully embraced his partisan role. Early in Trump’s first term, Comey facilitated the bogus Russiagate investigation despite a lack of evidence for any wrongdoing, diverting much of the administration’s time and energy.

Comey offered a full-throated endorsement of Joe Biden before his ouster in favor of Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential race, saying, “I don’t care how you feel about Joe Biden. You must vote for him because the consequences on the other side are too severe.”

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April 14, 2025
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Teen Accused of Murdering Parents in Plot to Assassinate Trump, FBI Reports.

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âť“What Happened: A 17-year-old in Wisconsin is accused of killing his mother and stepfather to obtain resources and freedom in order to execute a plan to assassinate President Donald J. Trump and overthrow the U.S. federal government.

👥 Who’s Involved: Nikita Casap, his stepfather Donald Mayer, his mother Tatiana Casap, Waukesha County, Wisconsin authorities, and federal investigators.

đź“Ť Where & When: The incident occurred in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, with the arrests made in March. A preliminary court hearing on Casap’s state charges was held on April 9, with the 17-year-old set to be formally arraigned on May 7.

đź’¬ Key Quote: “He was in touch with other parties about his plan to kill the President and overthrow the government,” investigators said in the affidavit.

⚠️ Impact: The incident prompted federal charges in addition to the state counts.

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Authorities in Wisconsin have charged a teenager with the murder of his mother and stepfather, citing intentions to use their assets to execute plans to assassinate President Donald J. Trump and overthrow the federal government. Nikita Casap, 17, faces multiple state charges, including two counts of first-degree murder following the March incident. Authorities located the bodies of Donald Mayer, 51, and Tatiana Casap, 35, within their Waukesha County residence.

Prosecutors also charged Casap with hiding bodies, theft, and identity theft. In addition to the state prosecution, the 17-year-old will also likely face federal charges, according to affidavits filed by federal investigators. Based on a review of a manifesto allegedly written by the teenager, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) believes Casap likely communicated with other individuals regarding his plot—suggesting the possibility of a broader conspiracy.

A search warrant on the teenager’s phone uncovered affiliations with “The Order of Nine Angles,” a group associated with extremist and racially charged ideology. In his manifesto, Casap allegedly advocates for violent actions to “save the white race” alongside imagery revering Adolf Hitler.

“He was in touch with other parties about his plan to kill the President and overthrow the government of the United States. And he paid for, at least in part, a drone and explosives to be used as a weapon of mass destruction to commit an attack,” federal investigators state in the affidavit. They add: “Other parties, with whom Casap was in contact, appear to have been aware of his plan and action and to have provided assistance to Casap in carrying them out.”

During the 2024 election, President Trump was the target of two assassination attempts, with the first would-be assassin striking the America First leader’s ear with a bullet during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The second assassination attempt involved pro-Ukraine activist Ryan Routh, who was discovered with a rifle hiding along the treeline at Trump International Golf Club, only a short distance from the America First leader.

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