Threats
Anna-Karin Hatt resigns as Center Party leader after threats
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Center Party leader Anna-Karin Hatt announced on Wednesday that she is resigning after just six months, citing hate and threats in a polarized societal climate. The news has shaken the party and Swedish politics, with Hatt warning of a threat to democracy. She may receive a severance payment of over 2.6 million kronor.
DOJ arrests California man for threatening Benny Johnson
The U.S. Department of Justice has arrested George Russell Isbell Jr., a California resident, for sending a threatening letter to conservative commentator Benny Johnson that fantasized about his assassination. The threat arrived at Johnson's home shortly after the killing of his friend Charlie Kirk. Johnson used the incident to criticize Democrats for mainstreaming political violence.
Threats against politicians more common from right-wing extremists
Threats and harassment against elected politicians on social media have doubled since 2012, according to the Swedish National Council for Crime Prevention. Police in Jönköping warn of rising issues ahead of the election campaign, as local politicians describe a tougher societal climate. A report shows few report the threats to police.
Pardoned January 6 rioter arrested for threatening Hakeem Jeffries
Christopher Moynihan, a 34-year-old man pardoned by President Trump for his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. New York State Police acted on an FBI tip after Moynihan sent text messages outlining plans to eliminate Jeffries during a speech in New York City. He faces a felony charge of making a terroristic threat.
Sarkozy conviction sparks threats against magistrates
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The Élysée has condemned as unacceptable the attacks and death threats against magistrates following Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction. These reactions highlight an ambivalent relationship between the French public, politicians, and judges in the former president's cases. The government calls for respect of the rule of law.
Fascism expert flees US for Spain after receiving death threats
Mark Bray, a history professor at Rutgers University and antifascism expert, has left the United States and sought refuge in Spain with his family due to death threats and harassment from conservative groups. Though he denies membership in Antifa, his academic work has made him a target following Donald Trump's designation of the group as terrorist. Bray now lives in Madrid and has moved his classes online for safety reasons.