Rep. Michael Waltz (R-FL) has issued a stark warning about what he describes as persistent Iranian threats against former President Donald Trump. The Republican lawmaker shared his concerns during a recent appearance on Fox News, accusing the Biden administration of downplaying these serious threats.
Waltz pointed to a recent indictment involving a Pakistani national accused of planning to assassinate Trump. He criticized the Department of Justice for not naming Trump directly in their announcement, arguing that this was an attempt to minimize the severity of the threat.
“You have multiple assassination plots from the Iranians,” Waltz stated, describing a complex scheme involving spotters, hit men, and even planned distractions using protesters. The congressman insisted that these threats are “ongoing” and accused the current administration of remaining silent on the issue.
In addition to physical threats, Waltz brought up a recent cyber attack on Trump’s campaign. He sees this as part of Iran’s broader efforts to interfere with the 2024 election, arguing that the regime doesn’t want Trump to return to office due to his tough policies during his first term.
The lawmaker drew a stark contrast between Trump’s approach to Iran and that of the current administration. He suggested that President Biden and Vice President Harris are seen as “sympathizers” by Iran, implying that this perceived softness is encouraging further aggression from the regime.
Waltz’s comments underscore growing Republican concerns about national security and the safety of political figures. As the 2024 election draws closer, these issues are likely to remain at the forefront of political discussions.
