News Summary
Travis Keith Lang, a 47-year-old man from Irmo, SC, has been indicted for making death threats against former President Donald Trump. Lang appeared in court and was denied bond after pleading not guilty to charges that could result in five years in prison. He has a history of threatening behavior and previously ran as a Republican candidate for the 2024 presidential election.
Irmo Man Indicted for Threatening to Kill President Trump
In a shocking turn of events in the quaint town of Irmo, South Carolina, a 47-year-old man named Travis Keith Lang has found himself facing serious legal troubles after being indicted by a federal grand jury. The indictment stems from allegations of making death threats against none other than former President Donald Trump.
Lang was taken into custody on a Thursday and appeared in court the following day, where a judge denied him bond during a hearing at the federal courthouse in Columbia. During his initial court appearance, Lang pleaded not guilty to the serious charges leveled against him. The indictment specifically claims that he made threats to take the life of, kidnap, and harm the President of the United States—a claim that includes Lang’s explicit assertion that he intended to kill Trump.
The Details of the Case
This troubling series of events reportedly unfolded on or about February 17, 2025. Lang is now charged under a stringent federal law that could result in a maximum penalty of five years in prison for making threats against the President. Currently, he sits in the Lexington County Detention Center, where he is scheduled for a bond hearing on March 14.
Interestingly, Lang had previously filed to run as a Republican candidate for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. He even contributed a notable $6,000 to his own campaign. However, despite his ambitions, Lang did not secure a spot on the ballot in South Carolina or in any other state. The classified records from his campaign reveal he only has about $3,506 remaining after spending almost $2,500 on various campaign-related expenses.
A History of Threats
What’s more alarming is that Lang isn’t a newcomer to making threats. Assistant U.S. Attorney Scott Matthews pointed out that Lang has a history of making threats not only against President Trump but also against former President Joe Biden. This ongoing pattern of behavior has caught the attention of law enforcement agencies, raising significant concerns about Lang’s intentions.
According to reports, Lang had been warned previously by Secret Service agents to cease his threatening behavior, advice that he seemingly disregarded. During the recent hearing, Matthews characterized the charges against Lang as a “crime of violence,” emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.
Social Media and Beyond
Lang’s activity doesn’t stop at threats. His social media accounts have been filled with remarks concerning political strategies, along with criticisms aimed at various government officials. He has also identified himself as a “self-proclaimed whistleblower” regarding issues related to nuclear violations and other political matters. It seems his grievances are as complex as they are concerning.
The presence of two Secret Service agents at Lang’s hearing serves as a stark reminder of the gravity of his situation. Clearly, there is a concerted effort to keep a close eye on him and to fully investigate the threats he made. Lang expressed a desire during the hearing to gain access to his campaign funds for legal representation, underlining the precarious nature of his financial and legal standing.
What’s Next?
As the situation develops, the Secret Service is actively investigating the multitude of threats supposedly made by Lang. With a bond hearing on the horizon, all eyes are on this bizarre case that has captured the attention of both local and national observers. It serves as a sobering reminder of the intense passions that politics can stir up, and the serious consequences that can arise when those passions veer into the realm of threats and violence.
The folks in Irmo surely didn’t see this dramatic chapter coming, and now the country watches closely as Lang navigates the legal repercussions of his actions. Whether this story will take a turn for the better or worse remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure—this isn’t a story that will fade away anytime soon.
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Additional Resources
- South Carolina Daily Gazette
- Fox News
- Post and Courier
- The State
- Daily Item
- Wikipedia: Donald Trump
- Google Search: Trump threats
- Google Scholar: Trump threats case
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Threatening behavior
- Google News: Trump threats news
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