In a recent campaign statement released on September 24, 2024, former President Donald Trump was briefed on “real and specific threats” from Iran to assassinate him, according to his team. The briefing, conducted by the office of the Director of National Intelligence, informed Trump of ongoing threats from Iran, with the Trump campaign asserting that these plots have intensified over recent months.
The revelation comes amid Trump’s active campaign for the 2024 presidential election, where he has already survived two assassination attempts. His communications director, Steven Cheung, described Iran as being “terrified of Trump’s strength and resolve.” Cheung added that the former president remains undeterred in his pursuit to “Make America Great Again” and fight for the American people despite these threats.
The alleged plot is seen by Trump’s team as an effort to destabilize the U.S. during the critical election period. Law enforcement agencies across the board are reportedly coordinating to ensure Trump’s protection and safeguard the election process from interference.
This news follows the arrest of Ryan Wesley Routh, a 58-year-old man charged with attempted assassination after an incident at Trump’s golf course in Florida. Routh, who had expressed violent intentions against Trump in a self-published book, is now facing federal charges.
Republican lawmakers have raised concerns over the adequacy of Secret Service protection following these incidents. Senator Josh Hawley recently sent a letter to the agency’s acting director, Ronald Rowe, citing a whistleblower allegation that the Secret Service had possibly compromised Trump’s campaign by canceling a rally in Wisconsin, while securing a simultaneous event for Vice President Kamala Harris in the same state.
As the campaign heats up, Trump’s team is urging increased vigilance, highlighting the gravity of threats aimed at the former president as he continues to pursue his third bid for the White House.
