BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) - A West Fargo man made his initial appearance in federal court Friday to face charges stemming from alleged threats made against high-ranking federal officials.

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the individual is accused of posting threatening messages on social media targeting President Donald Trump, FBI Director Kash Patel, and members of the U.S. Secret Service.

The USDOJ released a statement Friday morning in regard to the case.

“Thursday morning, the FBI, along with our Federal, State and Local partners, arrested a man on charges related to threats made against Federal Officials,” said FBI Minneapolis Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston, Sr. “As alleged in the complaint, the suspect made threats against President Donald J. Trump, FBI Director K

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