Iranian hit squads have been lurking on American soil, targeting key figures from the Trump administration with deadly intent.
According to Knewz, a bombshell book, "2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America," by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager, and Isaac Arnsdorf, uncovers chilling details of Iran’s near-successful plot to assassinate former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in 2022, alongside persistent threats to other officials like John Bolton, all while security protections were controversially stripped away.
Let’s rewind to 2022 when Iranian operatives zeroed in on Pompeo’s location at a hotel in Paris, a detail kept under wraps until this new book spilled the beans. The audacity of a foreign regime hunting our officials abroad is a stark reminder of the stakes we face. It’s not just a plot—it’s a warning.
Fast forward, and intelligence officials dropped a bombshell on Trump’s team in September 2024: Iranian hit teams were active right here on U.S. soil. For three years, these operatives reportedly targeted at least three American officials. This isn’t some far-off threat; it’s a direct challenge to our sovereignty.
Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign had to pivot hard after two separate assassination attempts on the former president himself in the months leading up to critical moments. Investigators probed for links between the suspects and Iran, but no ties have been confirmed. Still, the mere possibility sends chills down the spine of anyone who values strong leadership.
The campaign’s heightened caution wasn’t paranoia—it was survival. Anxiety gripped the team as they adjusted tactics and limited visibility. When your enemies are this bold, playing it safe isn’t weakness; it’s wisdom.
Now, here’s where it gets murky: Trump made the call in January to revoke security details for both Pompeo and former National Security Advisor John Bolton. Both men were still facing active death threats at the time. This decision raised eyebrows, especially among those who see protection as a non-negotiable for those who’ve served at such high levels.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt brushed off reinstatement talks, saying it’s “not under consideration right now.” Well, that’s a cold shoulder if I’ve ever seen one. Shouldn’t we at least debate safeguarding those who’ve put their necks on the line for America?
Pompeo’s own words in his 2023 book, "Never Give an Inch," paint a grim picture of the dangers he’s faced since leaving office. He described an Iranian operative’s plot as far from “hapless,” noting how attackers had scoped out homes and offices. This isn’t a game—it’s a calculated hunt.
Pompeo didn’t stop there, writing, “This threat is but one of many that my family and I have experienced since leaving office.” He pointed out that other Americans, including former Trump officials and military leaders, remain on Iran’s hit list. The lack of an “expiration date” on these threats, as he put it, is a gut punch to anyone with a sense of justice.
Adding fuel to the fire, Pompeo revealed in his book that a member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was charged with plotting to kill Bolton. The same individual allegedly sought a hitman to take out Pompeo for a cool $1 million. If that doesn’t scream organized malice, what does?
Trump’s decision to pull security for Pompeo and Bolton isn’t just controversial—it’s tied to broader scrutiny over his bold moves, like bombing Iran’s nuclear sites. Critics are quick to pounce, but let’s be real: standing up to Iran takes guts, even if every call isn’t perfect. The question is whether this particular gamble left our people too exposed.
Look, no one’s denying the need to confront Iran’s aggression head-on—appeasement hasn’t worked since the days of Chamberlain. But yanking security from men like Pompeo and Bolton, who’ve got bullseyes on their backs, feels like a misstep in an otherwise defiant stance. We can be tough without leaving our own vulnerable.
The bigger picture here isn’t just about one or two officials—it’s about a regime that’s made it clear they’ll stop at nothing to strike at America’s heart. Iranian assassination campaigns are a wake-up call for a nation too often distracted by progressive talking points over real security threats. Let’s hope our leaders prioritize protection as much as they do policy punches.
