Florida Chef Calls for Trump's Assassination, Sparking Outrage

Veronica Kapralov's social media post leads to calls for investigation and termination

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:38am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a chef's knife against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the threat of violence in a political context.A chef's knife, the tool of the trade, becomes a symbol of the growing political divisions that can lead to threats of violence.West Palm Beach Today

Veronica Kapralov, a chef at Lessing's Pelican Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, has sparked outrage after posting a video on social media calling for the assassination of former President Donald Trump. The post has led to calls for Kapralov's employer to take action and for authorities to investigate the threat.

Why it matters

Threats of violence against political figures, regardless of one's views, are unacceptable and can have serious consequences. This incident highlights the growing political divisions in the country and the need for civil discourse, even among those with opposing views.

The details

In the video, Kapralov, who is originally from California, can be seen calling for Trump's assassination. The post has been widely shared on social media, leading to outrage and calls for Kapralov's employer, Lessing's Pelican Club, to take action. There are also calls for the FBI to investigate the threat.

  • Kapralov posted the video on April 6, 2026.

The players

Veronica Kapralov

A chef at Lessing's Pelican Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, who posted a video calling for the assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Lessing's Pelican Club

The restaurant where Kapralov is employed, located in West Palm Beach, Florida.

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What they’re saying

“This very bizarre woman made a video calling for the assassination of President Trump. She is allegedly a 'transplant' from California who moved to Florida and works at the Lessing's Pelican Club. It seems she should be getting a visit from the FBI and perhaps a straight jacket.”

— Libs of TikTok

“Totally unacceptable. This women is deranged and would not hesitate to poison the food of people she considers Trump supporters. She's a liability. Conservatives - until this woman is terminated, boycott this establishment. Your life depends on it.”

— Velcra

What’s next

Authorities are expected to investigate Kapralov's threat, and Lessing's Pelican Club may take disciplinary action against the chef.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the growing political divisions in the country and the need for civil discourse, even among those with opposing views. Threats of violence against political figures, regardless of one's views, are unacceptable and can have serious consequences.