Florida Man Arrested for Threats Against Former President Donald Trump and VP Pick Sen. JD Vance

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20/07/2024 17h57

In Jupiter, Florida, a man has been arrested for allegedly making threats on social media against former President Donald Trump and his vice presidential pick, Sen. JD Vance. The arrest comes less than a week after a would-be assassin opened fire at Trump's rally, injuring the former president and killing one attendee.

The suspect, identified as Michael M. Wiseman, is facing charges of written threats to kill. Jupiter police launched an investigation based on multiple online crime tips and concerns expressed by residents. After examining Wiseman's Facebook account, detectives discovered numerous threats directed at Trump, Vance, and their families. These threats reportedly included mentions of bodily harm.

Wiseman, 68 years old according to court records, appeared in court and is scheduled for another hearing in August. His attorney, Tama Kudman, declined to comment on the case. Local police worked in coordination with the U.S. Secret Service and the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office during the investigation, leading to Wiseman's arrest without incident.

The incident follows Trump's recent appearance at the Republican National Convention, where he thanked Americans for their support during his first public speech since the shooting. During the convention, Trump announced that Hillbilly Elegy author JD Vance would be his vice presidential pick.

In the aftermath of the attempted assassination and subsequent threats, several individuals across the country have faced consequences for making offensive jokes or comments on social media expressing disappointment that the shooter missed his target.

As the case unfolds in court, law enforcement authorities are continuing their efforts to ensure the safety and security of public figures in the face of such threats.

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