Security Threat Investigation
Secret Service Investigates Iranian State Media Video Targeting Barron Trump
The US Secret Service is investigating a video from Iran's state broadcaster, IRIB, that appears to threaten the life of Barron Trump, the youngest son of President Donald Trump, according to CNN. The threat marks the latest targeting of Trump's family by Iranian state media following the assassination of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in February.
This is not the first time the Trump family has faced threats from Iran. The US government has long warned that Tehran may attempt to kill Trump following the 2020 drone strike he ordered that killed top Iranian general Qasem Soleimani, KTVZ reported.
Iranian State Media Posts Threatening Video
Iran's state broadcaster released a video depicting a shoulder-fired missile attack targeting Trump's life, CNN reported. The threat was specific enough that US officials feared for Trump's safety if he flew on either version of Air Force One. The Secret Service confirmed it is investigating any threat perceived toward its protectees.
Rising Tensions After Khamenei's Death
The Iranian video emerged following the February assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hardline Iranian media outlets have increasingly used such threats as a way to respond to what Tehran views as American aggression. The timing suggests the video was part of a broader state-directed campaign, Local News 8 indicated.
Long History of US-Iran Threats
Tensions between Trump and Iran date back years. In January 2020, Trump ordered a drone strike that killed Qasem Soleimani, Iran's top general and a key military leader. Iranian officials have repeatedly vowed retaliation for his death, according to KRDO. The Secret Service remains on high alert for any credible threats against the president's family.
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