An Ohio man threatened to kill John Boehner, prosecutors say

An Ohio Man threatened to murder House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) last fall, federal prosecutors allege, according to The Associated Press and WCPO.

Bartender Michael R. Hoyt was indicted by a grand jury Jan. 7, WCPO reports. He had reportedly served Boehner drinks at the Wetherington Country Club for more than five years.

A week after being fired from the club, Hoyt called police Oct. 29 and blamed Boehner for his troubles. Here's what U.S. Capitol Police Special Agent Christopher M. Derosiers said happened when an officer went to Hoyt's house:

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Hoyt also said he could've easily poisoned Boehner's wine, but didn't. He is one of three people arrested for threatening to kill Boehner in the last year, WCPO reports.