Tehran allegedly coerced Pakistani man to attempt assassination of Donald Trump

The Justice Department has charged Asif Merchant with attempting to recruit individuals in the U.S. to target former President Donald Trump and other politicians in retaliation for the U.S. killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. Merchant claimed he acted under duress to protect his family in Tehran, a statement prosecutors dismissed due to lack of evidence. He acknowledged discussions about potential targets, including Trump, Joe Biden, and Nikki Haley.

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