Karoline Leavitt, a rising conservative political figure and former White House staffer under President Donald Trump, has reportedly become the target of a wave of anonymous threats after she publicly accused President Joe Biden of being involved in what she describes as an “$88 billion scam.”
In a televised interview earlier this week, Leavitt claimed that she had obtained documentation and testimonies pointing to a wide-reaching financial scheme involving misuse of government funds tied to foreign aid, shell corporations, and strategic misreporting. Her allegations, though still unverified by official agencies, have quickly drawn massive attention across social media and conservative news outlets.
Shortly after the interview aired, Leavitt took to her official social media platforms to inform the public that she had begun receiving disturbing anonymous letters and messages threatening her safety and urging her to remain silent. In one post, she wrote:
“Since speaking out about what I believe is the biggest scam in American political history, I’ve received multiple anonymous threats. Some came by mail, some by email. All have one goal—silence me. But I won’t back down.”
Her post quickly went viral, garnering both support and concern from the public. #ProtectKaroline trended on X (formerly Twitter) as Americans voiced their outrage over the threats and praised her courage. Many users called for federal authorities to take immediate action to ensure her safety.
“I may not agree with her politics,” one user wrote, “but no American should be threatened for speaking their truth. This is terrifying.”
Another commented, “Whether you believe her allegations or not, the fact that she’s being threatened for bringing them forward should be deeply concerning to everyone.”
Security experts have warned that in today’s highly polarized political climate, whistleblowers or outspoken critics of any administration are more vulnerable than ever to intimidation tactics. Former FBI agent Mark Caldwell stated, “These kinds of threats are taken seriously, especially when they’re anonymous and consistent. The motive is clear—intimidation and silence.”
The FBI has not yet confirmed whether they are investigating the threats, but sources close to Leavitt claim that private security measures have already been increased around her residence and public appearances. Leavitt has reportedly been in contact with local law enforcement and is cooperating fully to identify the source of the messages.
The White House, when asked about the allegations and threats during a press briefing, declined to comment directly. Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated, “We don’t respond to unverified accusations. As for any threats of violence or intimidation, we condemn them unequivocally, regardless of who they’re directed at.”
Meanwhile, prominent conservative figures, including Tucker Carlson and Senator Josh Hawley, have publicly defended Leavitt and demanded a congressional investigation into both her claims and the threats against her. Carlson said on his show, “If Karoline Leavitt is right, this could be one of the largest abuses of taxpayer money in history. And now she’s being threatened? That tells you everything you need to know.”
As the political firestorm grows, Leavitt remains steadfast. In a follow-up interview, she said, “They want to scare me into silence, but I’m not going anywhere. I will keep asking questions, I will keep demanding answers, and I will keep standing up for the truth—whatever the cost.”
Whether her allegations will lead to formal investigations remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Karoline Leavitt has struck a nerve in American politics—and her battle is far from over.
