The U.S. Secret Service is investigating a video published by an Iranian outlet linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that calls for the assassination of First Lady Melania Trump and threatens her son, Barron Trump. The video, titled 'Where to Kill Melania?!,' was shared by Tasnim News Agency on its Telegram channel on July 28 and provides detailed suggestions for targeting the first lady, including her shopping habits and security vulnerabilities.
The video claims to have information about Melania Trump's security detail and suggests potential attack locations in New York City. It also includes a direct threat against Barron Trump, stating, 'Barron Trump, wait for us.' The Secret Service confirmed it is aware of the video and investigates any perceived threats to protectees. However, the agency did not confirm the credibility of the threat or provide further details due to operational security concerns.
The video is the latest in a series of Iran-linked materials targeting the Trump family amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Tasnim News Agency, which is affiliated with the IRGC, has previously published content critical of U.S. officials. The video's release coincides with heightened military tensions between Washington and Tehran, though no direct link to recent events has been established.
The video suggests exploiting Melania Trump's love for fashion, naming specific luxury stores in Manhattan as potential targets. It also advises would-be attackers to look for signs of her visits, such as sealed manholes or missing trash bins. The video proposes methods like poisoning or bribing staff for information. The Secret Service did not disclose whether it had identified any specific or credible threats based on the video.
The White House has not publicly commented on the video, and the Secret Service declined to provide additional details about its investigation. The video's publication has raised concerns about the safety of the first lady and her family, though no immediate action has been taken beyond the ongoing review by the Secret Service.