A man from New Jersey has been arrested and charged with making violent threats against conservative commentator Candace Owens. The suspect, identified as Haim Braverman, allegedly planned to kill Owens and made repeated threats in private online discussions following a controversial debate she participated in back in 2023.
The threats began shortly after Owens engaged in a heated exchange with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, during which she made remarks that drew backlash from some Jewish communities. Investigators say Braverman escalated his threats in a group chat where he shared disturbing messages, images of weapons, and videos expressing his intent to harm Owens.
Owens revealed that federal authorities contacted her in 2023 to notify her of a credible threat, but withheld details as the investigation unfolded. She received formal documentation in March of the following year, confirming that she was a victim in an ongoing federal case.
Braverman has since pleaded guilty to federal charges of transmitting threats across state lines and is scheduled to be sentenced in September 2025. The incident has renewed concerns over the safety of public figures amid rising threats fueled by political and ideological divisions.