A chilling trend of swatting has swept through the homes of conservative media figures, prompting FBI Director Kash Patel to take action. These hoax calls, which send police racing to residences on false pretenses, have spiked dramatically. Patel is collaborating with local law enforcement to halt this perilous wave.
The Post Millennial captured Patel’s resolve, quoting him as saying, “This isn’t about politics — weaponizing law enforcement against ANY American is not only morally reprehensible but also endangers lives, including those of our officers.” His words on March 14 signal a firm response to a crisis hitting close to home for many conservatives.
I want to address the alarming rise in ‘Swatting’ incidents targeting media figures. The FBI is aware of this dangerous trend, and my team and I are already taking action to investigate and hold those responsible accountable.
This isn’t about politics—weaponizing law enforcement…
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) March 14, 2025
Gunther Eagleman, a prominent influencer, found police at his door after a fabricated “hostage situation” call. The Post Millennial reported, “Gunther Eagleman said he was also the victim of a swatting attack.” His brother Mike faced a similar fate, as did X user “Catturd,” marking his fourth such incident.
Catturd confirms swatting.
There have been 6 this week against conservative commentators and one murder.
This is happening, take all precautions. https://t.co/h6k17oN0Dh pic.twitter.com/rFIVlQvtcb
— Grummz (@Grummz) March 14, 2025
In the last few days multiple conservative voices on 𝕏 have been victims of #Swatting @thequartering@GunterEagleman1 @nicksortor @catturd@realchasegeiser
@shawnfarrish@joetalkshow
@waltercurtAre the ones that I am aware of… who else needs to be added to the list.…
— Hey Girl (@IBfromTheSC) March 14, 2025
The Gateway Pundit broadened the picture, stating, “Several conservative figures including Nick Sortor, Gunther Eagleman, and Shawn Farash have been swatted over the last couple of days.” Sortor’s family wasn’t spared, with a swatter concocting a story about his dad harming relatives, hinting at deeper research into personal lives.
My wife and I were swatted tonight.
We are totally safe.
Thank you to everyone who checked in.
We are going to do whatever is necessary to find out who is behind these coordinated attacks and hold them accountable to the fullest extent.
Thank you all for the support! pic.twitter.com/TRYsx0PF1d
— Shawn Farash (@Shawn_Farash) March 14, 2025
🚨 Maxine Waters just DOUBLED DOWN on her violent rhetoric, even after the death threats against Trump, Elon Musk, attacks on Tesla showrooms, and MULTIPLE swatting incidents on conservatives
RADICAL LEFTISTS ARE ENCOURAGING THIS VIOLENCE. They KNOW what they’re doing.
“I… pic.twitter.com/U9N37E0yQp
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) March 13, 2025
Joe Pags, a radio host beloved by conservatives, faced a midnight intrusion on March 12. The Daily Mail wrote, “Conservative radio host Joe ‘Pags’ Pagliarulo revealed video footage of a man outside his home with a rifle.” He’s now pressing Patel for a thorough FBI probe.
We don’t have time to wait. More and more conservatives are being swatted as we speak.
Many that haven’t publicly revealed it as well.@AGPamBondi must make CRYSTAL CLEAR the DOJ will be pursuing these cases.
Innocent people are going to end up being kiIIed if FBI and DOJ…
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) March 13, 2025
Chase Geiser of InfoWars took two swatting hits in a single day. The Daily Mail noted, “Infowars host Chase Geiser posted video of police putting him in handcuffs after a person called 911 pretending to be the media personality.” The relentless pace — twice in 12 hours — left him reeling by March 14.
TERROR: Conservatives on X are being deliberately targeted, not even their families are safe. @nicksortor's father and sister were separately SWATTED last night. The Democrat activists behind these attacks on independent journalists and their famillies are making it clear to… pic.twitter.com/A8aMVWKyHv
— @amuse (@amuse) March 13, 2025
Shawn Farash joined the roster of those targeted, alongside a staggering count from the Daily Mail: an FBI official said at least 10 swatting cases erupted on March 13 alone.
