A Federal Aviation Administration employee has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill President Donald Trump, according to federal prosecutors.
Allegations and Investigation
Dean DelleChiaie, 35, of New Hampshire, is accused of using a government computer to research weapons, past assassination attempts, and other related topics. Authorities say he also sent an email to the White House in April containing a direct threat.
The United States Secret Service had previously interviewed DelleChiaie in February, when he allegedly admitted to making concerning online searches and disclosed he owned firearms.
Charges and Potential Penalties
DelleChiaie faces a charge of communicating an interstate threat. If convicted, he could receive up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
What’s Next
He is expected to appear in federal court as the case moves forward. Officials have not yet released details about his legal representation.
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