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TikTok Threats Lead to 22 Counts | Salt Lake City News
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A Knoxville man, Garry Lee Williams, 44, faces 22 felony charges after allegedly posting violent threats on TikTok targeting President Trump, FBI Director Christopher Wray, local law enforcement, and even his own family between January and April 2026. He pleaded not guilty in court on August 4 and remains jailed without bail, with trial set for October 6, 2026. If convicted on all counts, he could face up to 145 years in prison, plus fines and supervised release — a chilling case underscoring how seriously the justice system treats online threats against public officials and officers.
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