**Armed Man Arrested at Trump Rally Plans to Sue Riverside County for Defamation**

A man who was detained near a Trump rally in Coachella with two loaded firearms over the weekend has announced his intention to file a lawsuit against Riverside County. The suspect, Vem Miller, claims the sheriff falsely accused him of planning to assassinate former President Donald Trump.

Vem Miller, 49, shared in a phone interview on Monday that he carried weapons for self-defense due to receiving death threats linked to his media work with the America Happens Network. According to Miller, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco's allegations against him at a recent press conference were baseless and defamatory.

"Everything they said about me is untrue, provably so," Miller stated. He further mentioned that his legal team is preparing a significant lawsuit against the county, asserting that Sheriff Bianco has jeopardized his own career with these false accusations. "That sheriff is going to lose his job," Miller added.

Over the weekend, Sheriff Bianco told reporters that his deputies had potentially prevented an assassination attempt on the former president. However, authorities investigating the incident have found no evidence to support this claim. Federal officials are continuing their investigation, but as of now, Miller faces charges related to gun possession and was released on $5,000 bail. Miller claims he only received a ticket and was released without bail.

Miller, originally from Los Angeles, was detained at the John J. Benoit Detention Center in Indio for allegedly carrying loaded firearms. Officers discovered the weapons after searching his black SUV at a checkpoint near the rally site around 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Authorities uncovered guns, fake IDs, and counterfeit license plates in Miller's vehicle. Despite these findings, sources close to the investigation, who spoke anonymously to The Times, revealed that there is no evidence suggesting Miller intended any harm towards Trump. The investigation remains active, and authorities have not closed the case.

At a news conference, Sheriff Bianco stated that Miller’s possession of firearms and fake identification at a political rally implied intentions to cause harm. Nonetheless, he provided no direct proof of a planned assassination. Miller, who expresses support for Trump, emphasized that he had no malicious intentions. "I carry firearms in my truck in observance of my 1st Amendment rights," he declared.

Miller identifies primarily as a libertarian, although he has supported various political figures in the past, including former President Obama. Disenchanted with Obama around 2015, Miller then turned his support to Trump, appreciating his stance against unnecessary wars and debt.

While the Secret Service confirmed that former President Trump was never in danger, the investigation by federal authorities continues. They, along with the U.S. Attorney's Office and the FBI, commended local deputies for their efforts in ensuring the event's security.

Miller explained to authorities that he was attending the rally as a journalist and VIP guest but failed to provide the necessary credentials when questioned. His SUV had several inconsistencies, including a phony license plate and unregistered status, prompting further scrutiny by the deputies.

As the investigation progresses, Vem Miller remains resolute in his plans to challenge the accusations in court, aiming to clear his name and hold Sheriff Bianco accountable for the serious allegations made against him.