### Man Sues Sheriff Over Alleged False Accusations of Assassination Attempt on Trump

Nevada resident Vem Miller has filed a federal lawsuit against Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco for what he argues were false accusations of an attempted assassination of former President Trump at a California campaign rally. Miller, who was arrested for possessing firearms near the rally in Coachella last Saturday, claims his reputation has been irreparably damaged by the sheriff’s actions.

Miller, a Trump supporter with a background in media and politics, asserts that he was given a VIP pass to the rally and had no intention of bringing firearms into the event. He explains that he was attempting to park his car in a designated area, a significant distance from the rally's actual perimeter, set up intentionally to prevent threats like car bombs.

In his account, Miller explained to officers that he had a shotgun and a loaded handgun in his vehicle – a precaution he took after receiving death threats. He emphasized that these were not the kinds of weapons suitable for a sinister act like an assassination. "The guns, by the way, that we're talking about, which is, I don't know, like a four-foot-long shotgun and a Glock. None of them are automatic. None of them are rifles," Miller said.

Miller claims that his life has been turned upside down, living in constant fear and concerned for his safety due to the widespread belief that he posed a threat to Trump. "If you're a headline reader, you think I'm the third Trump assassin in the company of two psychopaths, you know, two very mentally ill individuals, which is not what I am. And so that's frightening," Miller remarked.

The lawsuit includes ten claims against Sheriff Bianco, alleging that he perpetuated a false narrative for personal gain, even after federal agencies like the Secret Service and FBI determined Miller was not a threat. According to the lawsuit, Bianco continued to make "preposterous allegations" and held press conferences to further his narrative, causing significant harm to Miller's character and reputation.

In responding to the suit, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office acknowledged it but refrained from commenting on the specifics due to the pending litigation. The statement emphasized their commitment to transparency and cooperation with the legal process, stating, "Our priority remains the safety and well-being of the community we serve."

Miller highlighted that despite his ordeal, he has received widespread support from his circle and colleagues. "Nobody ever questioned my version of the story. Nobody ever even thought that I was capable of this," he said, adding that the accusations would have required an elaborate performance unfeasible for any normal person.

The case is now bringing attention to what Miller describes as broader issues of corruption and accountability within law enforcement. He hopes that this lawsuit will lead to meaningful changes within the Riverside County Sheriff's department.