Former Marine running for Congress says Trump is the Antichrist and ‘must be killed’ in shocking video
Former Marine Candidate Sparks Controversy with Bold Claims About President Trump
Former Marine running for Congress says - A Florida-based congressional hopeful and veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps has ignited a firestorm of criticism following the release of a video in which he characterizes President Donald Trump as the Antichrist and declares that the commander-in-chief "must be killed." William Upham, who is seeking a write-in Republican nomination for Florida's 5th Congressional District, has found himself at the center of national attention for his extraordinary assertions.
On his social media platform X, Upham identifies himself as a legal prosecutor who is "running to fix a broken political system." In the opening moments of his nearly seven-minute recording, he explains that his motivation for entering the race stems from a desire to restore bipartisanship, empower the working class, and repair what he views as a fundamentally flawed governmental structure. However, the message quickly evolves from hopeful reform to something far more dramatic and spiritual in nature.
A Spiritual Battle for America's Soul
Upham expresses his conviction that the nation has become deeply "broken" and that Americans are currently engaged in a profound spiritual conflict. He asserts that the country is being guided by a president who stands as "the enemy of God," drawing upon various Bible passages to support his theological perspective. The former Marine officer also references the solemn oath he took during his military service to defend the Constitution "against all enemies, foreign and domestic."
His declaration becomes even more pointed as he moves toward his central thesis. Upham states with absolute certainty that Trump is "the Antichrist," describing him as a "false messiah" who has become an adversary to the American people. "And he must be killed," Upham proclaims with conviction, leaving no ambiguity about his position.
"We are led by a president who is the enemy of God," Upham declares before citing Bible passages and discussing the oath he took as a Marine officer to defend the Constitution "against all enemies, foreign and domestic."
"He is a false messiah. And he is your enemy. And he must be killed," Upham said.
Official Responses Pour In
The U.S. Marine Corps moved swiftly to distance itself from Upham's controversial statements. In an official communication posted on X, the service confirmed that Upham had been medically discharged on May 30, 2025. The Marine Corps emphasized that Upham's comments represented "a direct violation of the oath he swore to uphold" and were fundamentally inconsistent with the values and traditions of the service.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao also issued a strong condemnation of Upham's remarks. Writing on X, Cao stated simply: "Unacceptable. William Upham is no longer a Marine and does not represent our values or ethos." This response underscored the official position that Upham's statements were not reflective of military standards.
"The Marine Corps is aware of the disturbing statements made by William Upham," the service wrote on X. "The comments made by Upham are a direct violation of the oath he swore to uphold and are not in keeping with the service's values."
The U.S. Secret Service similarly acknowledged the situation, confirming that it was monitoring the comments made by the Florida congressional candidate. A spokesperson explained that the agency investigates any statements that could be perceived as threats toward its protectees. However, citing operational security concerns, the Secret Service declined to provide further details about its assessment of Upham's remarks.
"The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the comments made by a congressional candidate in Florida, and we investigate anything that can be perceived as a threat toward one of our protectees," a spokesperson said. "Out of concern for operational security, we do not discuss matters of protective intelligence."
Context of Growing Concerns
Upham's statements come at a time when threats against President Trump have remained in the public spotlight. The video was released following heightened attention to assassination attempts and threats directed at the former president, including incidents related to Butler. These events have kept concerns about presidential security at the forefront of national discourse.
Later in his video, Upham challenges viewers to consider whether they might be "worshiping a false idol." He concludes with a powerful declaration: "President Trump is the Antichrist. And he will be killed and sent to hell. God will prevail against evil." This final statement encapsulates the religious fervor that characterizes his entire message.
Fox News Digital has contacted the FBI, the White House, and Upham's campaign seeking additional commentary on the situation. As the story continues to develop, Upham's bold claims are likely to generate further discussion about the intersection of faith, politics, and presidential security in contemporary America.