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UPDATED Aug 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Aug 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Knoxville man pleads not guilty in federal threats case
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Garry Lee Williams, 44, indicted on 22 counts after alleged threats to Trump and public officials; he pleaded not guilty in federal court.
WHO: Garry Lee Williams, 44, Knoxville man; FBI; federal prosecutors; public officials including President Donald Trump
WHAT: He pleaded not guilty to federal charges stemming from alleged threats to numerous public officials.
WHEN: Aug 4, 2026 at 4:13 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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