Phoenix Man Sentenced for Online Threats Against Former President Biden

Michael David Hanson received 27 months in prison for making threats against the former president.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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A 44-year-old Phoenix man named Michael David Hanson was sentenced to 27 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for making online threats against former President Joe Biden.

Why it matters

Threats against public officials, especially former presidents, are taken extremely seriously by law enforcement and the judicial system as they can pose a real risk to public safety and democratic institutions. This case highlights the consequences for individuals who engage in this type of criminal behavior.

The details

Hanson was convicted of making a series of threatening posts on social media directed at the former president. The threats were deemed credible by authorities, leading to Hanson's arrest and prosecution.

  • Hanson was sentenced on March 8, 2026.

The players

Michael David Hanson

A 44-year-old Phoenix resident who was convicted of making online threats against former President Biden.

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The takeaway

This case serves as a warning that law enforcement will aggressively pursue and prosecute individuals who make threats against public officials, even former presidents. It underscores the importance of respecting democratic norms and the rule of law, even in the face of political disagreements.