FBI Director Kash Patel has condemned the rise in swatting attacks after multiple conservative media figures were targeted in what appears to be a coordinated effort. His March 14 statement on X reaffirmed that the FBI is working with local authorities to identify and prosecute those responsible.

According to Gateway Pundit, independent journalist Nick Sortor and his family were victims of recent swatting attempts. The report states that Sortor’s father was targeted by a hoax call claiming he was “killing my entire family,” prompting an armed police response. Prior to this, an individual had reportedly sent an email to Sortor’s sister calling him a “Nazi,” suggesting the attack was politically motivated.

I want to address the alarming rise in ‘Swatting’ incidents targeting media figures. The FBI is aware of this dangerous trend, and my team and I are already taking action to investigate and hold those responsible accountable.

This isn’t about politics—weaponizing law enforcement…

— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) March 14, 2025

The Daily Mail reported that conservative radio host Joe Pags was swatted in the early hours of March 12. The article includes video footage showing armed law enforcement outside his home. Pags later stated that he contacted Patel directly, urging an FBI crackdown on these incidents.

Catturd confirms swatting.

There have been 6 this week against conservative commentators and one murder.

This is happening, take all precautions. https://t.co/h6k17oN0Dh pic.twitter.com/rFIVlQvtcb

— Grummz (@Grummz) March 14, 2025

In the last few days multiple conservative voices on 𝕏 have been victims of #Swatting @thequartering@GunterEagleman1 @nicksortor @catturd@realchasegeiser
@shawnfarrish@joetalkshow
@waltercurt

Are the ones that I am aware of… who else needs to be added to the list.…

— Hey Girl (@IBfromTheSC) March 14, 2025

Meanwhile, The Post Millennial detailed the case of conservative influencer Gunther Eagleman, who was swatted after a caller falsely reported a hostage situation at his residence. The report explained that Eagleman’s familiarity with local law enforcement helped de-escalate the situation before it turned dangerous.

My wife and I were swatted tonight.

We are totally safe.

Thank you to everyone who checked in.

We are going to do whatever is necessary to find out who is behind these coordinated attacks and hold them accountable to the fullest extent.

Thank you all for the support! pic.twitter.com/TRYsx0PF1d

— Shawn Farash (@Shawn_Farash) March 14, 2025

🚨 Maxine Waters just DOUBLED DOWN on her violent rhetoric, even after the death threats against Trump, Elon Musk, attacks on Tesla showrooms, and MULTIPLE swatting incidents on conservatives

RADICAL LEFTISTS ARE ENCOURAGING THIS VIOLENCE. They KNOW what they’re doing.

“I… pic.twitter.com/U9N37E0yQp

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) March 13, 2025

Patel’s statement made clear that the FBI considers swatting a serious threat, not just to those targeted but also to the responding officers. “Weaponizing law enforcement against ANY American is not only morally reprehensible but also endangers lives,” he wrote.

We don’t have time to wait. More and more conservatives are being swatted as we speak.

Many that haven’t publicly revealed it as well.@AGPamBondi must make CRYSTAL CLEAR the DOJ will be pursuing these cases.

Innocent people are going to end up being kiIIed if FBI and DOJ…

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) March 13, 2025

TERROR: Conservatives on X are being deliberately targeted, not even their families are safe. @nicksortor's father and sister were separately SWATTED last night. The Democrat activists behind these attacks on independent journalists and their famillies are making it clear to… pic.twitter.com/A8aMVWKyHv

— @amuse (@amuse) March 13, 2025

As reports of swatting incidents increase, Patel’s statement signals that federal authorities are prioritizing efforts to track down those responsible. The FBI’s involvement comes as conservative media figures continue raising awareness about the growing threat posed by politically motivated hoax calls.