Donald Trump raised alarm on Wednesday, claiming he faces significant threats to his life from Iran. This announcement follows warnings from U.S. intelligence about “real and specific” threats against him.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, “Big threats on my life by Iran. The entire U.S. Military is watching and waiting.” He elaborated that while previous actions by Iran failed, he believes they will attempt further actions against him. “I am surrounded by more men, guns, and weapons than I have ever seen before,” he noted, referencing the heightened security measures following two assassination attempts on him earlier this year.
Trump’s campaign released a statement indicating he had been briefed by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence about the threats aimed at him, which are part of a broader effort to create chaos in the U.S. Campaign communications director Steven Cheung emphasized that intelligence officials have detected a rise in coordinated threats against Trump in recent months. Law enforcement across various agencies is reportedly collaborating to ensure his safety and protect the integrity of the upcoming election.
Details surrounding the threats remain unclear; it’s uncertain whether they are new or related to previously reported threats. Iran has denied any involvement in plots against Trump, especially following a shooting at a Pennsylvania rally in July that resulted in one death and injuries to Trump. Shortly after that event, intelligence reports surfaced about an alleged Iranian plot against him, leading to enhanced security measures.
Trump has previously stated, “If they do ‘assassinate President Trump,’ which is always a possibility, I hope that America obliterates Iran.” His comments reflect a strong stance on potential retaliatory measures should any harm come to him.
Additionally, U.S. intelligence agencies have accused Iran of launching cyberattacks targeting Trump’s campaign, suggesting that Tehran is attempting to influence the 2024 election. A joint statement from the U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the FBI, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency revealed that Iranian hackers allegedly sought to provide “stolen, non-public” material from Trump’s campaign to associates of his then-rival, President Joe Biden.
As Election Day on November 5 approaches, tensions remain high, with polls indicating a tight race between Trump and his Democratic challenger, Kamala Harris. Both campaigns have reported being targeted by foreign hackers, underscoring the ongoing challenges of securing the electoral process in a charged political climate.
