A series of menacing swatting incidents has targeted conservative media personalities across the U.S. this week, raising alarms among their supporters. These malicious calls dispatch police to homes under false pretenses, aiming to disrupt and intimidate. FBI Director Kash Patel has promised to work with local law enforcement to root out those responsible.
The Gateway Pundit shed light on the scope, reporting, “Several conservative figures including Nick Sortor, Gunther Eagleman, and Shawn Farash have been swatted over the last couple of days.” Journalist Nick Sortor faced a personal assault when swatters not only hit his home but also fabricated a violent scenario involving his father to rattle his family.
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
Patel’s response carries a sense of urgency for conservative fans. The Post Millennial quoted him 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 March 14 vow signals a firm stand against the intimidation.
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
Radio host Joe Pags felt the threat up close on March 12 when a deceptive call brought police to his door. The Daily Mail noted, “Conservative radio host Joe ‘Pags’ Pagliarulo revealed video footage of a man outside his home with a rifle.” He’s now calling on Patel to investigate this wave of harassment.
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
Chase Geiser of InfoWars endured a relentless barrage. The Daily Mail reported, “Infowars host Chase Geiser posted video of police putting him in handcuffs after a person called 911 pretending to be the media personality.” Two swatting attempts within 12 hours, the second striking before 2 a.m. on March 14, underscore the aggression.
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
Gunther Eagleman faced a similar scare with a fake “hostage situation” report. The Post Millennial stated, “Gunther Eagleman said he was also the victim of a swatting attack.” The Gateway Pundit added, “Catturd and Gunther’s brother Mike were also swatted this morning,” showing the broader reach of these tactics.
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, a Trump impersonator, and “Catturd,” swatted for the fourth time, also felt the sting. The Daily Mail cited an FBI official noting at least 10 swatting cases on March 13 alone.
