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UPDATED Aug 25, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
Aug 24, 2026 at 3:08 AM ET
Secret Service aware of Iranian video threat about Barron
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The US Secret Service said on Aug 25 it is aware of a three-minute video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate Donald Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump. The video alleges Barron, 20, is being monitored and claims a $10 million bounty for his killing, which the Secret Service is investigating as a potential threat to protectees.
WHO: Nate Herring, US Secret Service spokesperson
WHAT: The Secret Service said it is aware of an Iranian state TV video alleging a plot to assassinate Barron Trump and is investigating it as a potential threat.
WHEN: Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 3:48 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The Secret Service is responding to an Iranian state TV video that is perceived as a threat toward its protectees.
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