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Politics · October 31, 2026

Michigan man charged with allegedly threatening to kill Kash Patel, 'his associate'

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Federal authorities have arrested and charged Anthony Daniel Palazzolo, a 42-year-old resident of Chesterfield Township, Michigan, for allegedly making death threats against FBI Director Kash Patel and an unnamed associate. According to court documents, Palazzolo sent messages via Facebook on October 8 claiming he had 'put a hit' on the associate and calling Patel a 'dead mf.' Investigators traced the social media accounts to Palazzolo's residence near Detroit. He is charged with one count of interstate communications involving threats, a felony carrying a potential five-year prison sentence. During an initial interview with agents, Palazzolo reportedly admitted to sending the messages but claimed he had no intent to cause actual harm, citing grievances regarding property rights.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Anthony Daniel Palazzolo was arrested and charged on Friday.
  • The suspect is a 42-year-old resident of Chesterfield Township, Michigan.
  • The charges involve threats made against FBI Director Kash Patel and an unnamed associate.
  • The alleged threats were sent via Facebook on October 8.
  • Palazzolo is charged with one count of interstate communications involving threats.
  • The suspect reportedly admitted to sending the messages during an interview with federal agents.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The New York Post reports that Palazzolo has a 'large rap sheet.'
  • CNN and the New York Post report that investigators used TikTok and Facebook to trace the suspect to his address.
  • The New York Post and Raw Story report the suspect threatened to use 'deadly force' at an FBI office.
  • The New York Post reports that Palazzolo sent a 'barrage' of texts and emails to an FBI agent's personal cell phone after being given the number.
  • The Washington Examiner notes this is the latest in a series of alleged efforts to target Patel and his affiliates.

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