Kenosha Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Murder Border Patrol Officer

38-year-old Andrew Stanton convicted of federal charges after his threats interfered with officer's duties.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A man from Kenosha, Wisconsin has pleaded guilty to federal charges of threatening to murder a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer. 38-year-old Andrew Stanton was convicted of three federal charges after his threats, made on TikTok, interfered with the officer's ability to perform his duties.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing issue of online threats and extremism targeting law enforcement officials, which can have serious implications for public safety and the ability of officers to carry out their responsibilities. It also underscores the need for vigilance and cooperation between federal agencies like the FBI and local law enforcement to identify and address such threats.

The details

According to court records, starting in August 2025, Stanton posted a video to TikTok stating "We're not getting through to them [politicians] with using our words. That's never gonna happen. You have to use bullets." He later superimposed text over another video saying "I imply the very TRUE statement that a violent state can only be stopped with violence in return. Also, I think we should be OFFING federal agents." When the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force attempted to interview Stanton, he posted additional calls for violence on TikTok, including a specific threat against the CBP officer serving on the task force.

  • In August 2025, Stanton posted threatening videos on TikTok.
  • On October 4, 2025, Stanton posted a video threatening the CBP officer.
  • Stanton's videos, including the threat, were viewed hundreds of thousands of times on TikTok.
  • Stanton pleaded guilty to the federal charges in March 2026.
  • Stanton's sentencing is scheduled for June 18, 2026.

The players

Andrew Stanton

A 38-year-old man from Kenosha, Wisconsin who pleaded guilty to federal charges of threatening to murder a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

The federal law enforcement agency responsible for border security and customs enforcement.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

The federal law enforcement agency that investigated Stanton's threats through its Joint Terrorism Task Force.

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What they’re saying

“We're not getting through to them [politicians] with using our words. That's never gonna happen. You have to use bullets.”

— Andrew Stanton (TikTok)

“I imply the very TRUE statement that a violent state can only be stopped with violence in return. Also, I think we should be OFFING federal agents.”

— Andrew Stanton (TikTok)

“What the f**k are we even talking about here? If ICE shows up to your neighborhood – I'm sorry, I'm just gonna say it. It's time to start f**king shooting at them. If they show up to your neighborhood, and I'm talking to you, Border Patrol Officer Joe, it's time we start shooting at y'all.”

— Andrew Stanton (TikTok)

What’s next

Stanton's sentencing is scheduled for June 18, 2026, where he could face up to ten years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

The takeaway

This case underscores the growing threat of online extremism and the need for law enforcement agencies to work together to identify and address violent threats targeting public officials. It also highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for making such threats, which can have serious consequences for public safety.