A high school teacher in Maine has sparked outrage after making alarming comments about President Donald Trump and his administration on social media. JoAnna St. Germain, an English teacher at Waterville High School, called for the U.S. Secret Service to “take out” Trump and his supporters in a series of Facebook posts. She expressed a belief that Trump and his allies should die, comparing him to Adolf Hitler.
In her posts, St. Germain suggested that the Secret Service has a responsibility to act against what she described as Trump’s “illegal, immoral, unconstitutional acts.” She claimed that her extreme rhetoric was necessary to prevent a civil war, insisting that Trump is not a legitimate president but a dictator. St. Germain said, “If I had the skill set required, I would take them out myself,” indicating her willingness to resort to violence if she could.
Her comments drew immediate attention from law enforcement and the Secret Service, prompting an investigation into her statements. The Waterville Police Department confirmed they were working with federal authorities to ensure community safety, especially for students.
Despite the backlash, St. Germain stood by her words in follow-up posts. She attempted to clarify that she was not advocating for violence against all Trump supporters, but rather those directly involved in his administration. She expressed no remorse for her statements, even acknowledging that she might lose her job for them.
Waterville Public Schools Superintendent Peter Hallen addressed the situation, assuring parents that steps were being taken to ensure safety and that the incident was under investigation. He emphasized that the well-being of students and staff is a top priority.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has also been made aware of St. Germain’s posts, but they declined to comment on the specifics of the case. As of now, her original post remains publicly available on her Facebook page, where she continues to assert her views.