Florida Man Arrested for Bomb Threat Against Trump, Authorities Say
Authorities in Florida have arrested a man accused of making violent threats against former President Donald Trump during a recorded 9-1-1 call.
According to reports, Justin Blaxton of Loxahatchee allegedly claimed he had access to missile silos and intended to launch attacks on Trump and New York City.
A probable cause affidavit from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) states that Blaxton, identifying himself as “Justin Blaze,” made multiple threats, including saying he wanted to assassinate Trump and burn down houses.
He also demanded transportation to the airport, allegedly to carry out his threats.
Blaxton has been charged with threatening to use a destructive device, making a false bomb report, and misusing emergency services.
His bond has been set at $35,000, and he made his first court appearance on Wednesday, according to CBS 12 News.
The PBSO’s affidavit also noted Blaxton’s extensive history of mental illness.
A risk protection order was issued against him on March 3 to prevent any further threats.
Former Secret Service agent John Russell told CBS 12 News that Blaxton’s threats appeared to be the result of mental illness rather than a credible plan.
This arrest follows heightened security concerns after an attempted assassination of Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July.
During that incident, shooter Thomas Crooks injured Trump’s right ear and killed one person while severely wounding another before being neutralized by Secret Service agents.
The Secret Service also reportedly stopped another alleged threat at Trump’s golf course in Palm Beach, Florida, later that year.
In response to ongoing security concerns, Trump appointed longtime agent Sean Curran as the new director of the Secret Service.
Meet Justin Blaxton, a Florida man arrested for threatening to assassinate President Trump and launch missiles at Trump Tower.
He called 911, saying, “Tomorrow’s his last day on Earth,” and demanded a ride to D.C. to do it – NYP pic.twitter.com/7JeTq3naCK
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) March 6, 2025
Curran, who had been one of Trump’s closest security officials, played a key role in shielding him during the assassination attempt.
His leadership aims to strengthen security measures around the former president.
