Kathrine Frich
The threat has triggered national outrage and reignited the debate over illegal immigration.
The threat has triggered national outrage and reignited the debate over illegal immigration.
‘I’ll Self-Deport After I Kill Trump.’
Ramon Morales Reyes, a 54-year-old Mexican man, has been arrested after allegedly writing a chilling letter to a U.S. immigration officer.
In it, he vowed to shoot Donald Trump “in the head” at one of his rallies, before “self-deporting” back to Mexico.
Caught Red-Handed: ICE Nabs Fugitive with Violent Past
Reyes was taken into custody in Wisconsin and is now held by ICE. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that he has a long criminal history and has illegally entered the U.S. at least nine times.
His charges include felony hit-and-run, domestic violence, and property damage.
“We’ve Done More Than You White People”
In the handwritten letter, Reyes claimed Mexicans had “done more” for America than white citizens.
Furious over the deportation of his family, he wrote: “Trump deserves what’s coming to him.”
His threat included the use of a high-powered rifle, calling out the .30-06 caliber weapon he intended to use.
DHS Slams “Inflammatory Rhetoric” as Threats Escalate
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem condemned the attack plot and urged politicians and the press to “tone it down.”
“This is the second high-level threat in under a year,” she said, referencing the recent shooting of Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Trump Assassination Threat
This isn’t an isolated case. The attempted assassination in Pennsylvania and recent cryptic threats by ex-FBI boss James Comey paint a grim picture.
Extremist language around Trump is reaching dangerous new levels, fueling fears of politically motivated violence.
‘Thanks to ICE, This Man Is Behind Bars,’ Noem Declares
Kristi Noem praised immigration officers for acting quickly to apprehend Reyes.
“This illegal alien who threatened to assassinate President Trump is behind bars,” she said, assuring the public that the former president is under continued protection.
‘The Trump Show’: Is the Spotlight Driving Extremists Over the Edge?
With Trump’s name dominating headlines daily, from rallies to reality TV rumors, experts warn that extreme rhetoric may be inspiring dangerous behavior.
The blurred lines between politics, entertainment, and outrage have become a powder keg.
Reyes Slipped Through Cracks for Years
Reyes’ record shows a pattern of illegal crossings into the U.S. from 1998 to 2005.
How he remained under the radar despite past arrests raises serious questions about enforcement and the immigration system’s blind spots.
Armed and Angry: What Exactly Is a “30-yard 6”?
The threat included mention of a “30-yard 6”, likely a garbled reference to a .30-06 rifle, a high-caliber firearm used for hunting large game.
Experts say its mention points to intent and capability, not just empty words.