A Florida man, aged 34, has been taken into custody following allegations of making several threatening calls to 911 operators, during which he claimed intentions to assassinate President Donald Trump and target New York City with missiles.
Justin Blaxton from Loxahatchee, Florida reportedly made nine calls to Palm Beach County emergency services on February 26, 2025, identifying himself as “Justin Blaze” and issuing various threats, according to police-released audio and court documents.
During one call, Blaxton allegedly stated, “I need a ride to the airport to be taken to The White House so I can assassinate the president.”
In another call, Blaxton reportedly declared, “I’m about to launch the (expletive) missiles to destroy New York.”
Authorities indicated that Blaxton also claimed to be a “Confederate soldier” seeking revenge, alleging his “missiles are attracted to Donald Trump’s tower.” In other calls, he instructed police to inform the FBI that he was a “mass murderer” and warned, “tomorrow is his last day on planet Earth,” referring to President Trump.
Law enforcement arrived at Blaxton’s residence that evening, but he was not found there. The following day, they located and apprehended him, according to local media, preventing any potential actions based on his threats.
Blaxton appeared in court, facing charges that include threatening to discharge a destructive device, falsely reporting an explosive, and making false 911 calls. His bond is $35,000, with a mental health court hearing scheduled for April 16.
Court documents show Blaxton has a significant history of mental health-related incidents with local police. His father noted that his son’s behavior had been irrational for several months before the incident.
According to local reports, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office filed for a Risk Protection Order to either seize any weapons Blaxton may have or prevent him from obtaining new ones while the case is ongoing.
Jason Russell, a former U.S. Secret Service agent with a decade of experience, shared with the media that the 911 call recordings resemble the “rant of somebody who’s mentally deranged.”
Russell stated that when the Secret Service receives threats against the president, they usually examine factors such as weapon ownership, travel capability, and political affiliations.
According to Russell, a significant portion of individuals who issue threats are experiencing mental illness or a mental health crisis.
Blaxton’s threats coincided with President Trump conducting his first official cabinet meeting of his second term at the White House that evening.
Law enforcement officials confirmed they have informed the Secret Service about the threats. The federal agency will decide whether to pursue an independent investigation or provide further follow-up on the case.
The series of threats against Trump has prompted inquiries into the effectiveness of presidential security measures. In July, these concerns reportedly resulted in the resignation of the Secret Service director.
Blaxton’s case seems to be directed toward mental health court rather than standard criminal proceedings due to his documented mental health issues. Records indicate numerous service calls involving Blaxton between 2019 and 2025, primarily related to mental health concerns.
