U.S. Secret Service aware of Iranian video threat against Barron Trump
WASHINGTON, Aug 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, a spokesperson said on Tuesday. "The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the video and investigates anything that can be perceived as a threat toward our protectees. Out of concern for operational…
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television that appears to threaten President Donald Trump's youngest son, Barron. According to a spokesperson, the Secret Service investigates any potential threat to those they protect.
The video, reported by The Hill, suggests that Iran's leaders are tracking Barron's whereabouts and offering a $10 million reward to those who can provide insight into his location, citing reports from ABC News.
The Secret Service spokesperson declined to discuss the matter further, citing operational security concerns.
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