In a disturbing turn of events, a New Hampshire man has been apprehended for sending death threats via text messages to an unnamed presidential candidate. The candidate, later revealed to be Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, was targeted ahead of a scheduled campaign event on Monday.
Swift Law Enforcement Response
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The U.S. Attorney’s office chose not to disclose the candidate’s identity, but a spokesperson for Ramaswamy confirmed that the threatening texts were directed at his campaign. Stefan Mychajliw, the deputy communications director, expressed gratitude for the swift and professional response of law enforcement.
Arrest and Charges
The 30-year-old suspect was arrested on Saturday and charged with sending threats using interstate commerce. The arrest followed an alarming exchange of messages where one threatened to shoot the candidate in the head, and the other vowed to kill everyone at the campaign event. The suspect is scheduled to appear in court, facing potential penalties of up to five years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000.
Investigation Details
Court documents reveal that the suspect received a notification about Monday’s breakfast event in Portsmouth from the candidate’s campaign. The FBI traced the threatening messages back to the suspect, who admitted to sending similar texts to multiple other campaigns. The texts were discovered in a deleted folder during a search warrant execution at the suspect’s home.
Ramaswamy Proceeds with Campaign Event
Undeterred by the threats, Vivek Ramaswamy went ahead with his campaign event at the Roundabout Diner & Lounge in Portsmouth.
The situation highlights the increasing challenges faced by political figures in maintaining their safety and security during campaign activities. The case will likely serve as a reminder of the broader issue of ensuring the safety of candidates and participants in the democratic process.
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