In a startling accusation, Rep. Michael Waltz (R-FL) has claimed that the Department of Justice attempted to “bury” information about assassination threats against former President Donald Trump. Waltz made these allegations during a recent appearance on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures.”
The Florida congressman focused on a recent indictment involving a Pakistani national accused of planning to kill Trump. Waltz criticized the DOJ for not naming Trump explicitly in their announcement, suggesting they tried to “soft-pedal” the threat by referring to the target only as “a politician.”
Waltz connected this incident to what he described as “multiple assassination plots from the Iranians.” He painted a picture of a complex scheme involving spotters, hit men, and even planned distractions using protesters. The congressman insisted that these threats are “ongoing” and accused the Biden administration of remaining silent on the issue.
In addition to physical threats, Waltz brought up a recent cyber attack on Trump’s campaign. He sees this as part of Iran’s broader efforts to interfere with the 2024 election, arguing that the regime doesn’t want Trump to return to office due to his tough policies during his first term.
The lawmaker drew a stark contrast between Trump’s approach to Iran and that of the current administration. He suggested that President Biden and Vice President Harris are seen as “sympathizers” by Iran, implying that this perceived softness is encouraging further aggression from the regime.
Waltz’s comments underscore growing Republican concerns about national security and the safety of political figures. As the 2024 election draws closer, these issues are likely to remain at the forefront of political discussions.
