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Sheriff warns people not to ‘cross the line’ on social media as Trump plans Alabama visit
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Key Points:
- Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch announced heightened monitoring of threats against President Donald Trump ahead of his Oct. 2 midterm rally at the University of South Alabama’s Mitchell Center.
- The sheriff's office is working with federal partners and tracking social media for any violent threats targeting Trump, attendees, or law enforcement, emphasizing that peaceful protest is allowed but threats will be investigated.
- In 2024, there have been two assassination attempts on Trump: one in July in Pennsylvania where he was wounded, and another in September in Florida involving a gunman arrested after a Secret Service intervention.
- Sheriff Burch stressed that the focus is on public safety rather than politics, with law enforcement committed to ensuring a secure environment during the president’s visit.
- Citizens are encouraged to report any credible threats related to Trump’s visit to local authorities.
