Trump Assassination Plot Foiled by 911 Call for Assistance

Justin Blaxton's mug shot. Photo courtesy of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

A Florida man is facing serious legal trouble after making a disturbing call to 911. On Feb. 26, 2025, 34-year-old Justin Blaxton dialed emergency services with an unusual and alarming request: he wanted help assassinating President Donald Trump.

A Call That Crossed the Line

According to NBC Miami, Blaxton allegedly made multiple calls to 911 from his home in West Palm Beach. In one of them, he explicitly asked for assistance in assassinating Trump. During another call, he allegedly requested a ride to the airport so he could travel to the White House and kill Trump himself.

But his threats didn't stop there. Blaxton also claimed that he had hacked into a missile system and was preparing to launch missiles to "destroy" New York City. He further stated that his missiles were "attracted" to Trump Tower in New York, raising even more alarms for authorities, as reported by Newsweek.

A Troubling History of Threats

This isn't the first time Blaxton has made disturbing calls to emergency services. He has a history of mental illness and has been making threatening 911 calls since at least 2019, according to police. Over the years, he has repeatedly used emergency lines to issue threats and complaints, prompting concerns about his mental state and public safety.

Now, Blaxton is facing several charges, including threatening to discharge a destructive device and making a false report of a bomb explosion. He was arrested and taken to the Palm Beach County Jail. He made his first court appearance on March 5, where a judge set his bond at $35,000. His next hearing in a mental health court is on April 16.

Official 2025 inaugural portrait of President Donald Trump. Photo by Daniel Torok. Public domain.

911 Calls Aren't a Joke

Although local authorities were familiar with Blaxton's history of making threats, they took this case seriously, especially given the recent attempts on Trump's life.

On July 13, 2024, Trump survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Just two months later, on Sept. 15, he was rushed to safety after another apparent attempt at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. With these incidents still fresh, law enforcement is on high alert for any potential threats, making Blaxton's 911 calls impossible to ignore.

Jason Russell, a former Secret Service agent, explained that every threat receives some level of attention, but authorities don't just focus on the words spoken. Investigators assess behaviors surrounding the threat, including weapon ownership, travel ability, and whether the person has attended campaign events. He also noted that many individuals who make threats have some level of mental illness or are experiencing a mental breakdown.

As Blaxton sits behind bars, his shocking request to 911 could cost him years of his freedom. Whether his case is handled as a criminal matter or a mental health crisis remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — law enforcement will not ignore threats, no matter where they come from.

References: Florida Man Calls 911 Asking for Help to 'Assassinate' Trump | Man called 911 and made threats towards President Donald Trump: PBSO