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San Antonio Man Faces Federal Charges for Facebook Threat Against Trump

He could face up to five years in prison per charge after a multi-agency investigation determined his social media posts threatened President Trump.

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive in San Antonio on the way to Kerrville on Friday.
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Overview

  • Robert Herrera, 52, was arrested in San Antonio on July 10 and charged with threatening the president and interstate threatening communications under federal law.
  • Court documents allege Herrera used the handle “Robert Herrer” to post “I won’t miss” alongside a photo of Trump with Secret Service agents and later replied “I’ll just come for you” with an image of an assault rifle.
  • He faces up to five years in prison for each count if convicted, with a federal judge to set his sentence according to U.S. Sentencing Guidelines.
  • The case is being investigated by the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, San Antonio Police Department and Texas Department of Public Safety.
  • The arrest coincided with President Trump’s visit to the Texas Hill Country to assess recent flood damage, highlighting security concerns during high-profile public appearances.