Overview

• Thomas Eugene Streavel, a 73-year-old Yucca Valley resident, was indicted on three federal counts for making threats to assassinate President Trump over Facebook posts.
• In November 2024, Streavel allegedly posted messages declaring the President was “a dead man walking,” proclaiming “my life’s mission is killing the worthless LOSER” and identifying himself as “your assassin.”
• Federal marshals arrested Streavel on June 2; he pleaded not guilty at his June 3 arraignment in Riverside and secured release on a $10,000 bond.
• Prosecutors say Streavel faces up to five years in prison for each count if convicted, with a trial set for July 28, 2025.
• The U.S. Secret Service is conducting an investigation following previous assassination attempts on the President, underscoring the seriousness of threats against public figures.