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Discharged Marine Calls Trump ‘Anti-Christ,’ Urges Death

7/16/2026

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William Upham, a medically discharged Marine, posted an X video calling President Donald Trump the anti-Christ and urging his death.
He appeared in a Marine uniform despite being discharged on May 30, 2025.
The U.S. Marine Corps said his remarks breach his oath and do not reflect the service’s values.
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao called the rant unacceptable and noted recent attempts on President Donald Trump’s life.

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William Upham, a medically discharged Marine, posted an X video calling President Donald Trump the anti-Christ and urging his death.
He appeared in a Marine uniform despite being discharged on May 30, 2025.
The U.S. Marine Corps said his remarks breach his oath and do not reflect the service’s values.
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao called the rant unacceptable and noted recent attempts on President Donald Trump’s life.