Georgia man faces federal charges for racist threats to kill Black and Jewish people says DOJ

Christopher Robertson, of Fairburn, Georgia, is facing federal charges after allegedly posting violent, racist threats targeting Black and Jewish people across multiple social media platforms, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Georgia man Christopher Robertson faces federal charges for racist threats

Robertson, 42, who also goes by the name James Lomak, was arrested on Aug. 1 following a tense standoff with FBI agents at his home. Federal authorities charged Robertson with communicating interstate threats. He remains in custody pending a detention hearing scheduled for Aug. 7.

Federal prosecutors say Robertson posted a series of disturbing videos on Facebook and YouTube. This included threats to kill Black individuals who “lash out openly at the white man”. He also went on antisemitic rants that included lyrics such as “one shot, two shot, leave you in the sewage”.

Christopher Robertson accused of menacing visits to Jewish Institutions

Authorities launched the investigation after they saw Robertson wandering inside the secure parking area of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta on July 30. Security staff reported that Robertson identified himself as “the official spokesperson for the white race” and demanded to speak with a high-ranking Jewish official. Staff asked him to leave the premises.

Later that day, Robertson visited The Temple, a synagogue in Midtown Atlanta, where he made derogatory remarks about Jewish people and the “decline of the white race.” On July 31, he entered a Chabad building in Peachtree City and told the rabbi that Jewish people were on the “verge of extermination.” Staff members barricaded themselves in an office and called the police.

Community Response and Law Enforcement Action

In response to the threats, law enforcement increased patrols at more than 80 Jewish facilities across metro Atlanta. The Secure Community Network, a national organization focused on Jewish security, played a key role in alerting authorities about Robertson.

“The allegations against Robertson, which include vile online threats against Jews and Blacks, are of great concern,” said U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg. “Protecting the community from hate-fueled violence is a foundational part of the Department of Justice’s mission”.

FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown added, “Mr. Robertson’s alleged actions serve as a disturbing reminder of the terrifying hatred our Jewish communities encounter simply because of their beliefs”.

If convicted, Robertson could face up to five years in federal prison.