U.S. News
Alleged Threats Target ICE Agents and Trump Supporters
Clear Facts
- West Virginia man Cody Smith is accused of making violent threats against ICE agents and supporters of President Trump in online videos.
- Smith was arrested and faces charges of making terroristic threats, with bond set at $75,000.
- A separate incident involved Morgan Morrow, a librarian, charged for allegedly attempting to recruit assassins targeting President Trump online.
Federal and local authorities are responding to growing threats against law enforcement and supporters of former President Trump. Cody Smith reportedly posted online videos threatening violence towards ICE agents and Trump supporters.
According to investigators, Smith contacted the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and threatened an employee directly.
“He was going to attack and kill ICE agents,” the complaint reportedly said.
Further investigation revealed previous posts in which Smith claimed he intended to harm law enforcement and Trump supporters. He is being held in the North Central Regional Jail.
Morgan Morrow of West Virginia is also facing charges after allegedly trying to recruit individuals online for violence against President Trump.
The local library where Morrow worked disavowed her alleged actions, stating the comments “do not reflect the mission, values, or standards of conduct of our organization.”
Attempts to reach Smith’s attorney and comments from county prosecutors have been unsuccessful.
Law enforcement continues to investigate threats made against officials and those upholding national security.
Stay updated with trustworthy and clear reporting on these critical issues as threats to law enforcement increase.
Let us know what you think, please share your thoughts in the comments below.
