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United States of America v. Garry Lee Williams

Date: 07-22-2026

Case Number: 3:26-mj-01437

Judge: Debra C. Poplin

Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee (Knox County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: David P. Lewen

Defendant's Attorney:


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Description:
Knoxville, Louisiana criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with interstate transmission of threats to kill public officials.

Digested by: Kent Morlan

Garry Lee Williams, 44, of Knoxville, made repeated posts and videos on social media, including TikTok, in which Williams threatened to kill President Donald J. Trump, FBI Director Kash Patel, Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler, and Knoxville Police Chief Paul Noel.
Outcome:
Members of the public are reminded that these are only charges and that every person is presumed innocent until their guilt has been proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Garry Lee Williams?

The outcome was: Members of the public are reminded that these are only charges and that every person is presumed innocent until their guilt has been proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

Which court heard United States of America v. Garry Lee Williams?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee (Knox County), TN. The presiding judge was Debra C. Poplin.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Garry Lee Williams?

Plaintiff's attorney: David P. Lewen. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Knoxville Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.

When was United States of America v. Garry Lee Williams decided?

This case was decided on July 22, 2026.