Daytona Beach Rally Security Tightens After Woman Arrested Over Trump Shooting Threat

A 21-year-old Florida woman is currently behind bars following an arrest tied to an online threat to shoot President Donald Trump at a scheduled campaign rally in Daytona Beach.

The incident began Thursday night when Allison Jeanne Albro posted a photograph of herself on social media. Alongside the image, she wrote a message stating her plan to attend the event and fire a Glock handgun at the president. The post triggered an immediate response from local and federal authorities.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood announced the arrest on X on Friday. He confirmed that the sheriff’s office Domestic Security Unit and the U.S. Secret Service investigated the post. Jail records indicate Albro was booked into the Volusia County Jail at 1:01 a.m. on Friday. She faces two charges: written threats to kill or do bodily harm and using a two-way communication device to commit a felony.

As of Friday afternoon, Albro remained in custody. Jail records showed no bond had been set for either charge. Chitwood stated that the sheriff’s office is coordinating closely with the FBI and the Secret Service to secure the upcoming presidential visit.

During the investigation, authorities contacted Albro directly. Chitwood wrote that she claimed the post was a joke. He added that she denied having access to a Glock or any other weapon and said she would never hurt anyone. Despite her explanation, the sheriff emphasized the seriousness of the allegation.

"We are not going to tolerate threats to assassinate the president," Chitwood wrote on social media. "[Albro] is learning that the hard way." He also issued a warning to other social media users who might make similar humorous statements.

"I would strongly advise anyone else thinking of posting a 'joke' along these lines to think twice," the sheriff wrote. His office continues to work with federal partners to ensure the Daytona Beach visit is safe for attendees and the community.