(DailyChive.com) – A Colorado man, Joseph Neumeyer, faces serious charges after attempting to attack the U.S. Embassy in Israel and making threats against former President Trump.
At a Glance
- Joseph Neumeyer deported from Israel for plotting an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv
- Arrested by FBI upon arrival at JFK Airport, facing charges with possible 20-year prison sentence
- Allegedly made threats against President Trump through social media
- FBI and DOJ are determined to prosecute Neumeyer thoroughly
The Alleged Attack
Joseph Neumeyer, a dual U.S.-German citizen, was deported to the United States after Israeli authorities detained him for an attempted firebombing of the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv. Israeli police discovered a backpack containing three Molotov cocktails near the premises, linking Neumeyer to the potential attack. He had reportedly expressed aggressive behavior towards an embassy guard, spitting on them before fleeing the scene.
After the incident in May, Neumeyer was arrested in Israel and quickly deported. His arrival back in the United States was met with prompt action by FBI agents at New York’s JFK Airport. He was taken into custody without incident and presented in court shortly thereafter due to the grave nature of the offenses.
A 28-year-old man was arrested by the FBI in New York on Sunday for his alleged attempt to firebomb the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel, according to the DOJ.
He also stands accused of making threats towards President Trump.https://t.co/03B1VaqrpK
— WTVC NewsChannel 9 (@newschannelnine) May 25, 2025
Potential Consequences
Attorney General Pamela Bondi emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, stating, “This defendant is charged with planning a devastating attack targeting our embassy in Israel, threatening death to Americans, and President Trump’s life.” “This defendant is charged with planning a devastating attack targeting our embassy in Israel, threatening death to Americans, and President Trump’s life” – Attorney General Pamela Bondi.
If convicted, Neumeyer faces up to 20 years in prison and significant financial penalties. Neumeyer allegedly utilized social media as a platform for his threats, including statements about “burning down the embassy” and “death to America.”
Justice Department statement on man planning to firebomb site of former US embassy in Tel Aviv —now a branch office— quotes the Attorney General, FBI director and a US Attorney all incorrectly referring to the site as the US Embassy. Trump moved the embassy to Jerusalem in 2018 pic.twitter.com/bWrYNLOgGk
— Robert Mackey (@RobertMackey) May 25, 2025
Condemnation from Authorities
FBI Director Kash Patel has denounced Neumeyer’s actions, describing them as “despicable and violent.” Patel assures that the FBI, alongside other partners, is committed to pursuing justice in this case.
“This despicable and violent behavior will not be tolerated at home or abroad, and the FBI, working with our partners, will bring him to face justice for his dangerous actions.” – FBI Director Kash Patel
Despite the alarming nature of this incident, it’s critical to await the trial’s outcome before drawing conclusions regarding Neumeyer’s guilt. The Department of Justice reaffirms its commitment to prosecuting to the full extent allowed by law.
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