In a shocking turn of events, an Arizona man was arrested after he posted a video on Facebook where he threatened the life of then president-elect Donald Trump and his family. The man, identified as Manuel Tamayo-Torres, was apprehended near San Diego just days after his threatening rant went viral online. In the video dated Nov. 21, Tamayo-Torres unleashed a tirade against Trump, promising to "bury," "kill," "murder," "torture," and "break" him in what appeared to be a deeply disturbing message.
This incident wasn't Tamayo-Torres's first public threat against Trump. Earlier, on Nov. 13, he had uploaded another video holding what seemed to be a high-capacity rifle while threatening to shoot Trump. These videos were just a part of Tamayo-Torres's almost daily postings about Trump, according to court documents.
Facing charges for threatening the president-elect and making false statements during the purchase of a firearm, Tamayo-Torres's arrest has stirred considerable attention. His legal representation has yet to make any public comments regarding the case.
Further investigation into Tamayo-Torres revealed a history of violence and legal issues. He was previously convicted in 2003 for assault with great bodily injury in San Diego and served six years in prison. Additionally, he is under order not to contact his ex-wife due to a protection order she obtained against him in Arizona this past July.
Tamayo-Torres's accusations against Trump have been extreme, including allegations of kidnapping and sex-trafficking his children—claims made without evidence but which have contributed to his aggressive stance.
Notably, Tamayo-Torres attended one of Trump’s campaign rallies in Glendale, Arizona, recording one of his controversial videos there on Aug. 23—a month before being caught attempting to illegally purchase firearms despite being a convicted felon.
As this story unfolds, many are left pondering the implications of such threats on political discourse and security measures around public figures. With his detention hearing scheduled for Nov. 29, more details about Tamayo-Torres's motives and future will soon come to light.
This incident wasn't Tamayo-Torres's first public threat against Trump. Earlier, on Nov. 13, he had uploaded another video holding what seemed to be a high-capacity rifle while threatening to shoot Trump. These videos were just a part of Tamayo-Torres's almost daily postings about Trump, according to court documents.
Facing charges for threatening the president-elect and making false statements during the purchase of a firearm, Tamayo-Torres's arrest has stirred considerable attention. His legal representation has yet to make any public comments regarding the case.
Further investigation into Tamayo-Torres revealed a history of violence and legal issues. He was previously convicted in 2003 for assault with great bodily injury in San Diego and served six years in prison. Additionally, he is under order not to contact his ex-wife due to a protection order she obtained against him in Arizona this past July.
Tamayo-Torres's accusations against Trump have been extreme, including allegations of kidnapping and sex-trafficking his children—claims made without evidence but which have contributed to his aggressive stance.
Notably, Tamayo-Torres attended one of Trump’s campaign rallies in Glendale, Arizona, recording one of his controversial videos there on Aug. 23—a month before being caught attempting to illegally purchase firearms despite being a convicted felon.
As this story unfolds, many are left pondering the implications of such threats on political discourse and security measures around public figures. With his detention hearing scheduled for Nov. 29, more details about Tamayo-Torres's motives and future will soon come to light.
