William Upham, a Democratic candidate for Congress in Florida and former Marine, has been arrested and charged after making direct threats against President Donald Trump, saying “He is the enemy and must be killed.”
The arrest was confirmed following a widely circulated video in which Upham, wearing what appears to be a military uniform, made the explicit threat. The video quickly went viral after being highlighted by Libs of TikTok.
Upham was taken into custody in Florida on Thursday. He faces federal charges related to threats against the President.
The incident has sparked strong reactions online, with many questioning how someone who served in the military could make such statements while in uniform. Critics are calling for him to face additional consequences for allegedly defiling the uniform.
This marks the latest high-profile case of political violence or threats directed at President Trump amid heightened tensions. The Secret Service and federal authorities continue to take such threats extremely seriously.
Upham was running as a Democrat in a congressional race in Florida. His campaign has not issued a public statement following the arrest.