Secret Service Investigates Death Threat Against Joe Biden by 'Dukes of Hazzard' Star

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The Secret Service has launched an investigation into actor John Schneider's online comments calling for the hanging of President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden. Schneider denies making any threats and claims his remarks were about corruption and the need for transparency in government. While the White House and Secret Service have not commented on the investigation, sources confirm that it is in the preliminary stage. Threatening the president is a federal Class D felony, punishable by up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Topics:entertainment#free-speech#joe-biden#john-schneider#politics#secret-service#threat-investigation
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