David Smiley

Last week, my district office received repeated threatening voicemails containing racial slurs and an explicit threat to slit my throat, causing serious concern for my safety and the safety of my family and staff. Luke Schlauder, the individual accused of making these threats, appeared in court in West Palm Beach facing two felony charges: • F.S. 836.10(2)(a) – Written or Electronic Threat to Kill or Cause Bodily Injury – No Bond • F.S. 934.215 – Use of a Two-Way Communication Device to Facilitate a Felony – Bond Set at $250,000 The judge also imposed strict conditions, including a no-contact order covering me, my office, and my staff. The court ordered that he be supervised by an adult 24 hours a day, remain confined to a family residence, and wear an electronic ankle monitor. He will remain in Palm Beach County custody until the conditions of the court’s order are fulfilled. An @fdlepio Special Agent also appeared in court in support of my office, underscoring the seriousness of these threats and the agency’s commitment to protecting our safety. I am deeply grateful to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (@FDLEpio), @BocaPolice, and the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office (@StateAttorney15) for their swift response, professionalism, and continued efforts to protect my family, my staff, and me. I also appreciate the outpouring of support and concern from members of our community for the safety of my team. I remain committed to serving the people of Florida House District 91 without fear or intimidation! There is no place in the State of Florida for threats of political violence or attempts to terrorize public officials and their families. I will not be silenced. We will not be intimidated. And we will not falter. #PeggyForThePeople bocapost.com/boca-raton-news…