Justice Department Files Charges in Murder-for-Hire Scheme Targeting Trump
Introduction
On September 20, 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the filing of charges against four individuals in connection with a murder-for-hire scheme targeting former President Donald Trump. The scheme allegedly involved a plan to assassinate Trump in retaliation for his actions as president.
Background
According to the indictment, the defendants allegedly conspired to kill Trump between January and March of 2021. The plan allegedly involved recruiting an individual to travel from California to Washington, D.C., to carry out the assassination.
The defendants allegedly provided the individual with a firearm, ammunition, and a vehicle to use in the assassination attempt. They also allegedly discussed paying the individual $20,000 to carry out the murder.
Charges
The defendants have been charged with the following offenses:
- Conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire
- Murder-for-hire
- Interstate transportation of a firearm with intent to commit murder
Defendants
The defendants include:
- Mark Thomas, 55, of North Carolina
- Daniel Garza, 55, of Arizona
- Brenda Garza, 54, of Arizona
- Martin Spence, 36, of Arizona
Conclusion
The indictment alleges that the defendants were motivated by their disagreement with Trump's policies and his actions as president. The Justice Department has stated that it will continue to investigate the scheme and prosecute anyone who is involved.
