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Newsweek
5 hours ago
- General
- Newsweek
Man Jumps Mar-a-Lago Wall to Marry Trump's Granddaughter: Police
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A man was booked into a Florida jail Tuesday morning after police say he admitted to jumping a wall into President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate to "spread the gospel" to Trump and marry his granddaughter, Kai. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment. Why It Matters Mar-a-Lago is the president's permanent home in Palm Beach, Florida. He spends the majority of his free time between his resort in New Jersey and Florida, which are protected by local police and the Secret Service. Since his first term as president, Trump has experienced numerous trespass situations on his Florida property. What To Know According to Palm Beach Police, 23-year-old Anthony Thomas Reyes of Texas admitted to Secret Service agents that "he had jumped over the wall to get into the property" of Mar-a-Lago early Tuesday morning. The Secret Service agents said that Reyes had not entered the sweep area or been given permission to enter the property. According to police, this is not the first time Reyes trespassed at Mar-a-Lago, citing a previous incident in December 2024. Reyes was read his Miranda Rights, police say, and he then "openly admitted" that he climbed the wall surrounding Mar-a-Lago in order to "spread the Gospel to POTUS and marry Kai." Kai Trump, 18, is the president's granddaughter and the daughter of Donald Trump Jr. She is active on social media and an avid golfer. She committed to the University of Miami to play golf after graduating from high school. Police say that at the time Reyes trespassed on the property, Mar-a-Lago was not accepting visitors or guests. Reyes has been charged with one count of trespassing. His bond is set at $50,000. He has been ordered to have no contact with President Trump, Kai Trump, or any family member. He has also been ordered to have no contact with any of Trump's properties, the victim or witnesses, and no firearms or weapons. Main: President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, as seen on September 14, 2022. Inset: Anthony Thomas Reyes' booking photo. Main: President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, as seen on September 14, 2022. Inset: Anthony Thomas Reyes' booking photo. Getty Images/Palm Beach Police Department What People Are Saying Palm Beach Police Department, in its report: "On July 2024, the address of 1100 South Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach FL 33480, which is commonly referred to as Mar-a-Lago, became a federally protected area by the United States Secret Service. A security zone was created around Mar-a-Lago under 18 U.S. Code, Title 1752. "There are numerous No Trespassing signs and the grounds are protected by the United States Secret Service. In order to enter the protected area, all persons are required to enter a predetermined sweep area where guests and employees are screened prior to being granted access to Mar-a-Lago. This pre-determined screening is adjacent to Mar-a-Lago in the Bath and Tennis Parking Lot which is part of the established security zone." What Happens Next Reyes' next court date is scheduled for June 30 at 8:30 a.m., according to court documents.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Secret Service recovers multiple skimming devices in statewide EBT fraud crackdown
The United States Secret Service, alongside multiple law enforcement agencies in our area, conducted a card-skimming and electronic benefit transfer fraud outreach operation at the end of May. From May 29 until May 30, authorities visited more than 400 businesses to look for illegal skimming devices from ATMs, gas pumps, and point-of-sale terminals and remove them. In total, 17 devices were recovered, preventing the loss of $5.1 million. Criminal groups were targeting EBT information because many states utilize magnetic technology rather than new chip technology, since it's much harder to steal. ALSO READ: Customers on alert as authorities look for people accused of skimming bank cards at local ATM's Channel 9's Almiya White spoke with many people who said they were familiar with that type of scam. Brad Crasnow said he was once a victim of illegal skimming devices. 'Ran my card, and they ended up stealing a few $100 from me after getting gas at a gas station,' said Crasnow. 'It's not cool, like everyone's struggling. Everyone's got their own stuff going on. Like, I work hard for my money. Everybody works hard for their money.' He said he now gives the card scanner a quick tug when paying at the pump. 'Make sure there's nothing that's loose there,' Crasnow explained. Aside from a quick tug on the card reader, Crasnow said he also looks for a certain type of security tape. 'Just looking around, you know, they have all these seals and stuff, usually, that are to show you that it's not broken into or anything like that,' said Crasnow. Authorities said this was the first fraud outreach operation in North Carolina by the U.S. Secret Service. It could be used as a model for other cities around the country where this type of fraud is more common. VIDEO: Customers on alert as authorities look for people accused of skimming bank cards at local ATM's
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
13-Year-Old with Brain and Spinal Cancer Faces New Health Struggle 2 Months After Becoming Honorary Secret Service Agent
DJ Daniel, a 13-year-old honorary U.S. Secret Service agent living with brain and spinal cancer, has three new tumors DJ's father Theodis Daniel shared the health update at a May 19 swearing-in ceremony, two months after President Donald Trump made DJ an honorary agent 'It's rough — there isn't a class that can teach you how to deal with it,' Theodis said about his son's latest diagnosisAs a small child, Devarjaye 'DJ' Daniel was given months to live. In 2018, the Texas native was diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer, with doctors giving him five months to live, according to the United States Secret Service. Five months turned into five years. Now, after seven years and more than 13 brain surgeries, DJ is still standing. But a new diagnosis has shaken his family and supporters. When the teen — who wants to be a police officer — was sworn in as an honorary agent of the U.S. Secret Service in March, his father Theodis Daniel said DJ's family is hopeful about his future, thanks in part to a research study he is participating in. 'He's beating the odds," Theodis said at the time. But two months later, the proud parent shared that the odds have changed. During a swearing-in ceremony at Williamson County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) in Texas, Theodis told FOX 7 Austin that the teen is 'just winging it day by day' in the face of new health hardships. 'He does have three new tumors,' the father told the Texas outlet at the May 19 ceremony. 'It's rough — there isn't a class that can teach you how to deal with it. You're hearing that your child has a nasty disease.' But DJ, whose desire to become a law enforcement officer stemmed from his family's experiences during Hurricane Harvey, has already achieved his goal, according to FOX 7. He has been sworn in by more than 1,300 agencies, including multiple on May 19. And his family remains hopeful. Amid DJ's health struggles, Theodis told FOX 7, 'We're just going around showing people, 'Hey, you do care for one another. Let's give compassion and let's try to join and help each other get through things.' ' Perhaps the crowning jewel of DJ's honorary law enforcement titles is U.S. Secret Service agent. President Donald Trump bestowed him with the honor on March 4 in a joint address to Congress. 'Tonight, DJ, we're going to do you the biggest honor of them all. I am asking our new Secret Service director, Sean Curran, to officially make you an agent of the United States Secret Service,' Trump, 78, told the teen, whose eyes widened upon hearing the news. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories. The following day, DJ also visited the president in the Oval Office. And, after his father shared his latest health update in Texas, the White House released a statement of support for the teen. 'We're lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors,' an X post from the White House said. 'DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country," the post continued. "Agent Daniel, you're a true legend. 🇺🇸.' Read the original article on People
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
DJ Daniel, cancer stricken little Secret Service Agent, stuns netizens with heartbreaking ‘tumor' diagnosis
DJ Daniel, also known as Devarjaye, recently came to limelight when President Donald Trump's administration appointed him as an honorary Secret Service agent. The 13-year-old cancer survivor teen is now facing three new tumours. 'DJ, we're going to do you the biggest honor of them all,' Trump declared in a March 4 speech to Congress. 'I am asking our new Secret Service Director, Sean Curran, to officially make you an agent of the United States Secret Service.' Taking to its official account, White House described him as 'one of the strongest, bravest young men.' The White House went on to call DJ a 'true legend.' When DJ was originally diagnosed in 2018, his prognosis was limited to five months. 'We're lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors,' the White House said. 'DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country.' The White House's reaction came as Theodis, DJ's father, disclosed that his son had 'three new tumors' and that they were 'winging it day by day' in an interview with Fox7 News. 'It's rough, there isn't a class that can teach you how to deal with it. You're hearing that your child has a nasty disease,' DJ's dad told the outlet. Also Read: Elon Musk breaks silence on new bombshell drug abuse charge, netizens react; 'It's funny that…' Meanwhile, several people on X expressed concern for DJ's health. 'Praying for the little man! 🙏 Jesus please watch over DJ and his family,' one X user wrote. 'I hope he's not on Medicaid,' another commented. 'Heavenly Father we pray for DJ we asked for a healing that your glory be known. We pray for strength for his family,' a third user said. Stressing that agent DJ Daniel has 'more heart, courage, and public service to his name than most of the folks who've sat behind that desk. A real hero in a room full of actors.' According to Breitbart News, DJ was initially diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer at the age of six. In a recent Instagram video, DJ disclosed that he had undergone thirteen operations. DJ urged children facing cancer to 'listen to their parents and have faith, believe in God.'
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Texas man pleads guilty in Jackson dealership scam
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Texas man pled guilty to wire fraud in connection to the purchase of a truck from a Jackson automobile dealership. According to court documents, Mario Martinez Smiley, of Fort Worth, fraudulently obtained a 2023 Ford Shelby F-150 from a dealership by representing himself to be another individual and using someone else's credit card number to make a $5,000 down payment on the truck. The truck was valued at $130,850. Deputies investigate man beaten, stripped over racial slur at Mississippi club The U.S. Attorney's Office said Smiley was recruited by an individual in Texas to pick up vehicles in exchange for $1,000 each. He induced a salesperson from the dealership to meet him in Ruston, Louisiana, where he took possession of the truck after posing for a photograph with it. Smiley was indicted by a federal grand jury on February 4, 2025. He guilty to wire fraud and is scheduled to be sentenced on August 27, 2025. Smiley faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. The United States Secret Service and the Mississippi Attorney General's Office are investigating the case through their partnership in the Cyber Fraud Task Force. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
