When asked by Watters how seriously the administration is taking the matter, Gabbard confirmed that the Department of Homeland Security is actively investigating the situation.
A matter now involving federal legal procedures, public official security audits, and potentially criminal negligence in inciting threats.
“We’re taking this very seriously,” she said. “The Department of Homeland Security and specifically Sean Curran, the current Secret Service Director.
Takes this seriously and is leading the investigation into this threat.”
She added, referencing agencies responsible for coordinating executive protection insurance, high-risk intelligence analysis, and threat suppression operations.
Gabbard cited a recent Rutgers study that found over 55% of respondents considered the assassination of President Trump to be “somewhat justified”.
A shocking number with ramifications for political violence liability, law enforcement resourcing, and the role of mental health crisis management in monitoring ideological extremism.
