Swatting has turned into a nightmare for conservative media figures, with fake emergency calls plaguing their lives this week. The FBI, led by Director Kash Patel, is jumping in to tackle what’s become a widespread problem. Patel’s mission is clear: stop these hoaxes that risk lives on both sides of the law.
Gunther Eagleman, a bold conservative voice, got a rude awakening when swatters sent police to his door. The Post Millennial reported, “Gunther Eagleman said he was also the victim of a swatting attack,” sparked by a phony “hostage situation” claim. His brother Mike wasn’t spared, facing a parallel attack in Indiana.
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
Nick Sortor’s story hits even harder. The Gateway Pundit stated, “Several conservative figures including Nick Sortor, Gunther Eagleman, and Shawn Farash have been swatted over the last couple of days.” Sortor revealed swatters didn’t stop at his home — they targeted his family, with a caller spinning a violent lie about his dad.
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
@waltercurtAre the ones that I am aware of… who else needs to be added to the list.…
— Hey Girl (@IBfromTheSC) March 14, 2025
Joe Pags, a radio favorite among conservatives, saw the danger up close on March 12. The Daily Mail wrote, “Conservative radio host Joe ‘Pags’ Pagliarulo revealed video footage of a man outside his home with a rifle.” He’s now pressing Patel for answers, seeing this as more than random mischief.
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 take is blunt. The Post Millennial quoted him saying, “This isn’t about politics — weaponizing law enforcement against ANY American is not only morally reprehensible but also endangers lives, including those of our officers.” For fans of these figures, it’s tough not to feel this is personal.
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
Chase Geiser took two swatting punches in a single day, the second landing him in cuffs on March 14. The Daily Mail noted, “Infowars host Chase Geiser posted video of police putting him in handcuffs after a person called 911 pretending to be the media personality.” Shawn Farash and “Catturd” joined the victim list too.
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
The Gateway Pundit added, “Catturd and Gunther’s brother Mike were also swatted this morning,” while the Daily Mail cited an FBI official saying at least 10 incidents rocked March 13 alone.
