Secretary of State Antony Blinken revealed on Wednesday that the US government is closely monitoring a persistent threat posed by Iran against current and former US officials. Blinken emphasized the seriousness with which the government is treating this threat, particularly targeting senior officials, including former President Donald Trump and current administration members.
Law enforcement officials have expressed concerns about potential assassination attempts by Iran on former Trump officials, with a notable increase in online messaging from Iranian sources mentioning Trump. While specific details about threats against current officials have not been disclosed, the government is actively assessing the situation.