Swatting attacks against conservative figures have surged, with law enforcement and politicians sounding the alarm about this dangerous trend. Police departments across America are responding to fake 911 calls designed to provoke armed confrontations at the homes of conservative influencers, commentators, and lawmakers. These coordinated attacks are putting innocent lives at risk while stretching emergency resources thin.
Sheriff Bill Waybourn of Tarrant County, Texas, appeared on Glenn Beck’s program to warn citizens about the rise in politically motivated swatting. He confirmed that Attorney General Pam Bondi is fully committed to prosecuting those responsible. The sheriff emphasized that these attacks aren’t just pranks—they’re acts of domestic terrorism. “This isn’t a game,” Waybourn stated. “Someone could easily get killed when armed officers respond to a fabricated crisis.”
High-profile conservatives like radio host Joe Pags and activist Chad Caton shared terrifying accounts of pre-dawn police raids triggered by false reports. Caton described officers aiming rifles at his wife while he stood handcuffed in his underwear. Nick Sortor, a conservative podcaster, called it “literal terrorism” after police targeted his family based on a fraudulent claim about a violent home invasion. These tactics mirror strategies used to intimidate conservatives into silence.
The FBI has launched investigations into the incidents, with Director Kash Patel condemning the attacks as “morally indefensible.” Despite this, critics argue federal authorities were slow to address the pattern of leftist groups weaponizing law enforcement against political opponents. Patel pledged to work with local agencies, but many question why the Biden-era DOJ didn’t prioritize these cases sooner.
Legislative action is brewing in Congress. A bipartisan bill proposes 20-year prison sentences for swatters whose calls result in injury or death. Representative Mike Ezell, a former law enforcement officer, stressed that these hoaxes drain resources from real emergencies. Texas Congressman Brandon Gill called the attacks “a form of extremism” that must be crushed. The legislation has gained momentum as swatting incidents became weekly occurrences targeting Trump allies.
Sheriff Waybourn advised conservatives to prepare emergency plans, including installing security cameras and practicing calm interactions with police. He revealed that cartel-linked operatives are suspected in some swatting cases, part of broader efforts to destabilize communities. The sheriff praised President Trump’s border policies for disrupting cartel operations, indirectly contributing to public safety.
Democratic officials and media outlets have largely ignored the swatting epidemic, fueling accusations of partisan bias. Meanwhile, victims like Shawn Farash reported leftist trolls celebrating these attacks online, mocking conservatives for “getting what they deserve.” This silence contrasts sharply with the outrage expressed over lesser incidents targeting progressive figures.
As November 2024 approaches, experts warn these intimidation tactics will escalate. The coordinated nature of the attacks suggests organized leftist networks are testing new ways to suppress conservative voices. With Trump’s DOJ now mobilizing against this threat, Americans are watching to see if justice will finally be served—or if political violence will continue unchecked.
