SCRANTON – A Luzerne County man is facing serious charges after allegedly threatening to murder President Joe Biden.
According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Jordan Gee, 37, of Nanticoke, was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of threats against the President and interstate communications with a threat.
The indictment alleges that Gee posted several videos on the Internet shortly before President Biden’s visit to Scranton, Pennsylvania, for a campaign event on April 16, 2024. In those videos, Gee made several threats to the President and others, including, “Joe Biden: I’m going to kill you and your whole cabinet,” and, “If you come to my city in Scranton, Pennsylvania, I’m cutting your f**king head off in front of everybody; I promise.”
The United States Secret Service is leading the investigation into Gee’s alleged threats. Assistant United States Attorney Kyle A. Moreno is prosecuting the case, which could result in a maximum penalty of 20 years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine.
The maximum penalty under federal law for these offenses is twenty years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Indictments are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court. Gee is expected to face a judge in the coming weeks to answer to the charges against him.
The alleged threats against President Biden were made during a time of heightened security measures in the area, with the President’s visit bringing in significant law enforcement presence. The Secret Service worked closely with local authorities to identify and apprehend Gee, ensuring the President’s safety during his visit.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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