A Maine high school teacher sparked national concern after urging violence against President Trump and his supporters on social media—but she’s still listed as active staff. Despite an investigation involving federal authorities, JoAnna St. Germain’s employment status remains a mystery, and school officials are staying silent.
Social Media Outburst Triggers Secret Service Investigation
JoAnna St. Germain, an English teacher at Waterville Senior High School, posted shocking messages on Facebook that caught the attention of law enforcement—including the Secret Service. Her posts appeared to call for the assassination of then-President Donald Trump and violent action against his supporters.
One now-deleted post read: “Secret Service, you are Americans. My beloved military, you are Americans. We, the people, are counting on you.” The content was quickly flagged as a potential call to arms, and screenshots spread rapidly across the internet—even after the posts were deleted.
Teacher Blames Mental Health, But Holds Political Ground
In the face of backlash, St. Germain issued an apology, claiming she had suffered a mental breakdown triggered by insomnia and past trauma. She said her comments were made in a state of psychological distress and do not reflect her actual character.
Update on Waterville, Maine teacher who threatened to kill her students and the president. She was a victim. She just needed some rest and she promises she won’t kill any students who support Trump. pic.twitter.com/Ovc0j19lGx
— Better Maine (@MaineLogic) May 10, 2025
“I regret my words of violence toward the current administration. That is not in my heart when my brain is well,” she wrote, adding that she has since received psychiatric care and needed sleep to regain control of her emotions.
The far-left continues to suffer from Trump Derangement Syndrome. @JoeConchaTV can't believe a Maine high school teacher still has her job after she posted on social media saying she wants the secret service to "take out" the president. pic.twitter.com/wCETZdOBcn
— The Big Weekend Show (@BigWeekendShow) May 4, 2025
Despite her apology, St. Germain did not retract her political stance, maintaining her opposition to what she described as rising fascism under Trump. She distanced herself from the violent rhetoric, but doubled down on her political beliefs.
Still on Faculty List, But School Stays Quiet
Even after calling for the death of a former U.S. president, St. Germain remains listed as faculty on the Waterville Senior High School website. No public disciplinary action has been announced, and school administrators have refused to confirm whether she’s still actively teaching.
Meet JoAnna St. Germain. Germain is an English teacher at Waterville Public Schools in Maine.
On her Facebook page, Germain publicly called on the Secret Service to assassinate President Donald Trump and his supporters, stating she would do it herself if she could. After being… pic.twitter.com/uREyiroFDa
— I Meme Therefore I Am 🇺🇸 (@ImMeme0) April 30, 2025
Multiple media outlets, including The Daily Wire, have reached out to the school for comment but received no answers. According to recorded conversations, St. Germain has not returned to the classroom—but she has not been officially fired either.
This case raises urgent questions: Where is the line between free speech and threats of violence? And how can parents trust that educators entrusted with their children aren’t using their platforms to promote extremist views?
As law enforcement continues to monitor threats against political figures, St. Germain’s case underscores the need for stronger accountability—especially in our nation’s schools.
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