A man from New York, Tyler Vogel, is facing charges for sending threatening messages to Judge Arthur Engoron and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Vogel allegedly made terroristic threats against James, threatening her with death or injury if she did not drop the fraud case against former President Donald Trump. Vogel also sent a threatening message to Engoron, stating that he would go after the judge if Trump were to be jailed or his properties seized as part of the case. Vogel faces felony charges for these threats, as well as misdemeanor charges for aggravated harassment.
These threats come in the midst of the civil fraud trial against Trump and his company, which resulted in a more than $464 million judgment against them. Engoron presided over the trial, while James brought the case. Both officials have faced repeated threats for their involvement in the case. Engoron previously received an envelope containing white powder in February, prompting an emergency response, and a bomb threat was made at his home in January. Similarly, James has stated that people have threatened her life as well.
Vogel’s alleged threats highlight the intense emotions surrounding the case and the strong opinions people hold about Trump’s innocence. The former president has criticized both Engoron and James for their roles in the case and has expressed his displeasure with the judgment against him. Trump recently posted a $175 million bond after the original amount was reduced from $454 million. The exact details of Vogel’s next court appearance and whether he has entered a plea are uncertain at this time.
As of the reporting of this incident, neither Engoron’s nor James’ offices have responded to requests for comment on the matter. The case against Vogel serves as a reminder of the dangers public officials can face in high-profile legal proceedings, especially when they involve controversial figures like Trump. The threats made against Engoron and James demonstrate the need for security measures and precautions to ensure the safety of those involved in such cases. The legal proceedings against Vogel will likely shed more light on the motivations behind his alleged threats and the impact they had on the individuals targeted.
