Texas Man Arrested for Alleged Threats Against ICE Agents and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem

McKinney, Texas — April 3, 2025 A Texas man has been arrested and charged with making terroristic threats against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, federal authorities announced Wednesday. The suspect, identified as Robert King, was taken into custody in McKinney, Texas, following an investigation into alarming social media posts that included threats of violence against federal law enforcement and the DHS secretary.

According to a report from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, King allegedly threatened to "open fire" on ICE agents and targeted Secretary Noem with violent rhetoric, including a post that characterized her as a Nazi [NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, 2025-04-02]. The Dallas Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) team, which led the arrest, stated that King’s threats emerged amid heightened tensions surrounding the Trump administration’s immigration policies. A DHS spokesperson emphasized the seriousness of the threats, noting that one of King’s posts explicitly warned of bodily harm to Noem [NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, 2025-04-02].

The arrest follows a series of social media posts that authorities described as "alarming," with some claiming ICE agents lacked legitimate authority and were not "real cops," according to Just The News [Just The News, 2025-04-02]. Federal officials have not disclosed the full content of the threats against Noem, but the Dallas HSI team confirmed that King’s online activity included intentions to shoot at ICE agents if they appeared in his neighborhood [Newsmax, 2025-04-02].

Secretary Noem, who has been vocal about cracking down on illegal immigration, responded to the incident with a statement posted on X last Sunday. "If you threaten or attempt to harm a law enforcement officer we will find you and prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law," she wrote, a sentiment echoed by a DHS official speaking to NBC 5: "Promises made, promises kept" [NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, 2025-04-02]. Noem’s hardline stance on immigration enforcement has made her a polarizing figure, drawing both support and criticism as the administration intensifies its deportation efforts.

King’s arrest comes at a time of escalating public debate over immigration policy, with some social media users reportedly inciting violence against federal agents amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration [turnto10.com, 2025-04-03]. Local media reported that the investigation was sparked by posts that caught the attention of federal authorities, leading to swift action by HSI in coordination with other law enforcement agencies [turnto10.com, 2025-04-03].

Details about King’s background and potential motives remain limited as the investigation continues. Authorities have not yet released information on whether he has a prior criminal history or affiliations that may have contributed to his actions. King is currently in custody, and federal prosecutors are expected to pursue charges related to making terroristic threats, a crime that carries significant penalties under U.S. law. 17GEN4.com