The suspect, identified as Anibal Hernandez-Santana, 64, was first taken into custody by local police on Sept. 19 after allegedly opening fire on the ABC affiliate’s building. But just hours after he posted $200,000 bail, the FBI re-arrested him on federal charges.
The Chilling Note
According to the Justice Department, agents found a handwritten note inside Hernandez-Santana’s vehicle. The message specifically mentioned top members of former President Donald Trump’s administration: Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
The note reportedly read: “For hiding Epstein & ignoring red flags. Do not support Patel, Bongino, & AG Pam Bondi. They’re next. — C.K. from above.”
Anti-Trump Social Media Trail
Investigators also uncovered Hernandez-Santana’s online presence, which showed a pattern of anti-Trump commentary. Just last week, he posted: “Where is a good heart attack when we need it the most?? Please join in my thoughts and prayers for the physical demise of our fearful leader.”
Other posts revealed he was ready to “fight like hell” against the Trump administration. His attorney has since claimed his client is being targeted because of his outspoken political views.
Federal Response
Kash Patel confirmed on X that Hernandez-Santana remains in custody under a federal hold, calling the case a reminder that “targeted acts of violence will be pursued to the fullest extent of the law.”
A City Already On Edge
The shooting took place just one day after protests erupted outside ABC 10, following the suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. His remarks linking Charlie Kirk’s accused assassin to Trump supporters had already sparked national backlash.
Tragedy Still Fresh
Meanwhile, Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, continues to share deeply emotional details from her husband’s final moments. Speaking to thousands at his memorial, she revealed how she discovered a single gray hair he never knew about, and described the faint smile that assured her Charlie did not suffer.
