Case Summary
Jeffrey Scott Hamm Jr., 32, from Binghamton in Upstate New York, faces federal charges for making threats via interstate commerce after posting graphic assassination vows against President Donald Trump and federal law enforcement on YouTube. Arrested late February 2026, he’s detained without bail.
Threats Timeline
- January 8: “I’ll kill Donald Trump first chance i f—ing get.”
- January 9: “1,000 rounds for ICE,” with scope on them.
- January 15 series: “Kill All MAGA, Revolution”; calls to kill ICE, MAGA, Trump; 2nd Amendment defenses for shooting agents; “I’m gonna find you and shoot you MAGA.”
- February 15-19: Vows front-lines revolution; “Shoot to kill MAGA”; graphic throat-stabbing Trump; ready to die fighting ICE/feds; plans to “burn this entire government down” and “shoot up ICE.”
Posted under “@JusticePeaceUnity”; Google flagged as imminent threat on Feb. 24.
Investigation and Admissions
FBI traced to Hamm quickly. Post-Miranda, he confirmed owning the handle and making posts. Max penalty: 5 years prison.
Official Response
FBI’s Craig Tremaroli: Keyboard threats won’t hide you. Hamm’s initial court appearance was Feb. 27 before Magistrate Judge Miroslav Lovric; ordered detained.
Zero tolerance for this—online rants cross into crime fast, especially targeting the president. Escalates quick in 2026 climate. Any angle like similar cases you’re tracking?
