Georgia Man Arrested After Threatening to Kill Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene
ICARO Media Group
A man from Georgia has been arrested after making a threatening phone call to the office of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), in which he claimed he would kill the congresswoman. The incident has once again highlighted the issue of threats and violence that political figures face on a regular basis.
The man, identified as Sean Patrick Cirillo, allegedly called Greene's district office and made explicit threats, stating that he possessed a sniper rifle and intended to shoot the congresswoman in the head. He further threatened that she and her family would face dire consequences.
Upon receiving the disturbing call, Greene's office promptly reported the incident to the authorities. In a statement, the congresswoman expressed her gratitude for the swift action taken by law enforcement agencies, including the Rome City Police, Floyd County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Capitol Police, House Sergeant at Arms, and the FBI, who ultimately arrested Cirillo.
The threats made by Cirillo were captured in a video obtained by The Hill, where he identified himself as a major donor and escalated his aggressive behavior, shouting profanities at Greene's staff members.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene spoke out about the incident, condemning the threats and violence she faces on a regular basis. She emphasized that regardless of political affiliation, no individual should ever have their life put in jeopardy for simply carrying out their duties as a public servant.
Cirillo has been arrested under the Interstate Communications statute, which prohibits any communication involving threats to harm another person. If convicted, he faces potential fines or imprisonment.
This alarming incident has prompted concerns over the safety of politicians and their staff. Greene revealed that her family and staff felt threatened by the call, and as a result, she made the decision to temporarily close her district office.
Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. Just days before Cirillo's arrest, Republican Rep. Rich McCormick announced the closure of his district office in Cumming, Georgia, due to serious threats of violence made against his staff.
The Hill has reached out to local authorities for further comments regarding the incident. The case serves as a stark reminder of the need for increased security measures and protection for politicians who face personal safety risks due to their public roles.