A handwritten letter sent to U.S. immigration authorities has thrust Ramon Morales Reyes, a Mexican national, into the center of a national security firestorm. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and ICE officials say the case points to a dangerous pattern of repeated illegal entries and escalating threats.

According to The Western Journal, Reyes, who has illegally entered the United States at least nine times since 1998, was arrested in Wisconsin after allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald Trump in a disturbing letter sent to ICE. The arrest has reignited debate over border security, illegal immigration, and political rhetoric in America.

Authorities say Reyes’ criminal record includes felony hit and run, criminal damage to property, and disorderly conduct with a domestic abuse modifier. His latest run-in with the law is now being called a wake-up call for politicians and the media who have refused to recognize the deadly consequences of unchecked illegal immigration.

Threat details spark outcry

Secretary Kristi Noem released a statement lauding ICE for the swift arrest of Reyes. According to Noem, the handwritten letter sent on May 21 to an ICE office described deep resentment toward President Trump’s immigration policies and included a direct assassination threat. Noem’s office cited the letter, which read:

We are tired of this president messing with us Mexicans — we have done more for this country than you white people — you have been deporting my family and I think it is time Donald J. Trump get what he has coming to him.

In a chilling escalation, the letter continued:

I will self deport myself back to Mexico but not before I use my 30 yard 6 to shoot your precious president in is head — I will see him at one of his big ralleys.

Reyes is now being held at Dodge County Jail in Juneau, Wisconsin, pending deportation. Homeland Security says the case demonstrates the critical role ICE plays in identifying and neutralizing threats to the president and the nation.

Critics blame rhetoric and enforcement

As news of the arrest spread, critics of President Trump and his administration warned that the current political climate is fueling these violent threats. Some argue that years of heated rhetoric from both politicians and the media have only made matters worse.

Noem herself referenced former FBI Director James Comey, who recently posted a cryptic social media message that triggered a political firestorm, with many interpreting it as a veiled threat against President Trump. Noem said, “All politicians and members of the media should take notice of these repeated attempts on President Trump’s life and tone down their rhetoric. I will continue to take all measures necessary to ensure the protection of President Trump.”

Defenders of the administration, however, say the problem is not rhetoric but rather the lack of serious border enforcement and repeated failures to deport dangerous criminals. They point to Reyes’s long history of illegal entries as proof that current policies are not working.

Dangerous pattern of illegal entries

ICE records show that Reyes has crossed illegally into the U.S. at least nine times between 1998 and 2005. Each time, he managed to evade permanent removal and, according to authorities, continued to accumulate a troubling criminal record.

Critics of lax immigration enforcement say this case is another example of the risks created by open borders. They argue that when known criminals are allowed to return to the United States repeatedly, it endangers the safety of American citizens—and, in this case, the president himself.

Law enforcement officials have not released details on how Reyes was able to re-enter the country so many times. However, the case has already sparked calls for stricter border controls and harsher penalties for repeat offenders.

Political leaders on both sides are under pressure to respond. While Democrats call for more measured rhetoric and address the root causes of migration, Republicans are demanding immediate action to secure the border and protect Americans from violent criminals.

Why this story matters

This case underscores the increasing risk faced by political figures, especially during election seasons. Violent threats can have real consequences, and the nation must remain vigilant to protect those at the center of its democracy. It also casts light on systemic vulnerabilities, revealing the intersection between border security issues and domestic safety threats. The discussion expands beyond enforcement toward culture, discourse, and the impact words can have on action. Finally, it reminds the public that national security risks can come from inside or outside the country, and the responsibility to take threats seriously belongs to everyone.

Conclusion

Ramon Morales Reyes, who has illegally entered the U.S. nine times and has a criminal history, was arrested after allegedly writing a threatening letter promising to shoot former President Trump at a rally. He is being held in Wisconsin pending deportation while Homeland Security officials warn of a disturbing trend in threats toward the former president. The case follows other threats, including one publicized post by James Comey and another international incident involving Joseph Neumeyer, raising concerns about the role of rhetoric in politically motivated violence.