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Man Charged for Threatening Trump Amid Trafficking Claims

3/2/2026

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Phillip Wharton faces federal charges for threatening to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump, citing anger over Trump's alleged involvement in sex trafficking.
Federal agents warned him, but he continued posting violent threats on social media.
Threats began in August 2025.
After initially agreeing to cease posts, Wharton resumed alarming statements online.
He is set for arraignment on March 5.

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Phillip Wharton faces federal charges for threatening to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump, citing anger over Trump's alleged involvement in sex trafficking.
Federal agents warned him, but he continued posting violent threats on social media.
Threats began in August 2025.
After initially agreeing to cease posts, Wharton resumed alarming statements online.
He is set for arraignment on March 5.