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NewsBreitbartMay 5, 2026United States

Senate Candidate Arrested for Alleged Threats Against President Trump and Member of Congress

Raymond Eugene Chandler III, a candidate for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, has been arrested and charged with making violent threats against President Donald Trump and a member of Congress. Federal authorities allege Chandler left multiple threatening voicemails, leading to increased security measures for federal officials.

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Why It Matters

The arrest of a federal candidate for making violent threats against the President and a member of Congress has resulted in increased security protocols for federal officials and their families.

Key Facts

  • Raymond Eugene Chandler III was arrested by the FBI and U.S. Secret Service for allegedly threatening to kill federal officials.
  • Chandler faces two federal charges related to influencing, impeding, or retaliating against a federal official through threats.
  • The criminal complaint alleges Chandler left multiple voicemails over the past year targeting President Trump and a member of Congress.
  • Transcripts in court documents allege Chandler described scenarios of violence against wealthy individuals and specifically urged a member of Congress to assassinate the President.
  • Authorities stated the calls were part of a broader pattern of escalating rhetoric.
  • Increased security measures have been implemented for federal officials and their families due to the nature of the threats.
  • Prosecutors are currently working to keep Chandler in custody.
  • Chandler is a candidate for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, running to replace Senator John Fetterman.
  • Chandler's campaign platform included taxing billionaires, abolishing ICE, Medicare for all, and universal basic income.

Who's Mentioned

personJohn Fetterman“U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania whom Chandler intended to challenge.”personRaymond Eugene Chandler III“U.S. Senate candidate arrested for allegedly threatening federal officials.”organizationU.S. Secret Service“Federal agency involved in the arrest of Chandler.”locationU.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania“Court where the criminal complaint was unsealed.”organizationFBI“Federal agency involved in the arrest of Chandler.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States and target of alleged threats.”personKaroline Leavitt“White House press secretary.”personCole Tomas Allen“Suspect accused of attempting to storm the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.”