Trump-Themed Essay Gets Student Kicked Out and Cops Called at GMU

A student at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, has been evicted from university housing and referred to law enforcement after publishing a controversial essay suggesting the use of political violence against supporters and members of the Trump administration, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.

The student, identified as Nicholas Alexander Decker, authored the post on Substack titled “When Must We Kill Them?” The post quickly circulated online, especially in conservative circles, prompting widespread concern and triggering a response from the university.

Nicholas Alexander Decker @captgouda24, a leftist blogger and student at @GeorgeMasonU who is calling for the killing of members of the Trump administration and its supporters, has been referred to law enforcement by his university.

In addition to his incitement to violence,… https://t.co/TOZgEdAy9A pic.twitter.com/uih2pAdbMq

— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) April 19, 2025

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In the essay, Decker questioned when it would be appropriate to resort to violence against the current administration.

“If the present administration chooses this course, then the questions of the day can be settled not with legislation, but with blood and iron. In short, we must decide when we must kill them.”

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While the piece does not directly name any Trump administration officials or call for explicit acts of violence against specific individuals, it frames political resistance as potentially requiring revolutionary violence and suggests that if elections become ineffective at removing leadership, then violent alternatives may be necessary.

George Mason University issued a statement on social media, confirming that the matter had been referred to both state and federal law enforcement authorities.

George Mason condemns this and all encouragements of violence. This is not the Mason way. 2/2

— George Mason University (@GeorgeMasonU) April 18, 2025

The university did not name the essay or the author directly in its public communications but referenced concerns over a recent student post that had “sparked concern online.”

A university spokesperson did not provide additional comment when contacted by FFXnow, but confirmed that the situation is under review.

As a result of the investigation, Decker has been removed from university housing, marking a significant disciplinary step by the school as the matter is now in the hands of law enforcement.

Update internet lunatics: my landlord has evicted me on account of your threats.

In other news: does anyone have a spare room?

— Nicholas Decker ️‍ (@captgouda24) April 19, 2025

The situation highlights the growing scrutiny over political rhetoric, particularly in academic settings, where extreme positions shared on social media or independent publishing platforms can quickly lead to disciplinary or legal consequences.

Authorities have not yet announced whether charges will be filed, but law enforcement agencies are continuing their review of the essay’s content and implications.

The incident has raised broader questions about the limits of free speech and incitement on college campuses and comes amid a heightened national climate surrounding political violence and threats.

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