Maryland Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Showing Up at White House OMB Director's Home

Colin Demarco, 26, also faces charges of criminal solicitation to commit murder, carrying a concealed weapon, and wearing a mask in public.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 7:47pm

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A 26-year-old Maryland man named Colin Demarco has been charged with attempted murder and other crimes after allegedly showing up at the northern Virginia home of Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought while wearing a mask and gloves and appearing to conceal a firearm. Demarco was arrested in January and extradited to Virginia, where he is being held without bond.

Why it matters

This incident highlights concerns about threats and violence against government officials, which have become an increasing problem in recent years. The charges against Demarco also raise questions about the security measures in place to protect high-ranking federal officials and their families.

The details

According to police, Demarco was caught on a doorbell security camera in August 2025 appearing at Vought's home while wearing a mask and gloves and seeming to conceal a firearm. A neighbor reported seeing the outline of a gun under Demarco's shirt. Investigators later recovered digital evidence showing Demarco had obtained Vought's address and posted online about soliciting murder just days before the incident.

  • On August 10, 2025, police were dispatched to Vought's Arlington, Virginia neighborhood for a report of a suspicious person.
  • Four days later, the U.S. Marshals Service interviewed Demarco at his home in Rockville, Maryland.
  • Demarco was arrested on January 16, 2026 in Maryland and extradited to Virginia, where he is being held without bond.

The players

Colin Demarco

A 26-year-old Maryland resident who has been charged with attempted murder, criminal solicitation to commit murder, carrying a concealed weapon, and wearing a mask in public to conceal his identity.

Russell Vought

The Director of the Office of Management and Budget, whose northern Virginia home was allegedly targeted by Demarco.

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What’s next

Demarco is being held without bond in the Arlington County Detention Center, and a judge will decide whether to allow him to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case underscores the growing threat of violence against government officials and the need for robust security measures to protect them and their families. It also raises concerns about the potential for politically-motivated attacks, as Demarco allegedly cited fears about a 'fascist takeover' as a motive.