Richard Pavlick, a 73-year-old man from New Jersey, was arrested for plotting to assassinate John F. Kennedy, who had recently been elected as the President of the United States. The FBI had received reliable information about Pavlick's intentions and was actively monitoring his activities. He was apprehended as he prepared to attack Kennedy with a bomb while the President-Elect campaigned in the area. Pavlick had become increasingly agitated by Kennedy's politics and had indicated that he believed Kennedy posed a significant threat to America. His plan involved placing an explosive device in a car that would be near Kennedy's motorcade, demonstrating a methodical approach to his intended assassination attempt.After his arrest, it was revealed that Pavlick had been following Kennedy's public appearances for weeks, gathering details about his schedule and movements. During the investigation, he expressed disdain for the newly elected president's policies, particularly those relating to social issues and foreign policy, feeling that they would lead to the decline of American values. The incident raised significant concerns over the safety and security of political figures during a time of heightened tension in the country. For the newly elected Kennedy, this was a jarring reminder of the political violence that can arise in a democracy.Pavlick's case also highlighted the FBI's increasing role in monitoring potential threats against public officials and their strategies for preemptive action against perceived dangers. Ultimately, Pavlick was deemed mentally unfit for trial and was committed to a psychiatric facility. His arrest underscored the paranoia and fear that can accompany intense political divisions, paving the way for greater security measures for politicians in subsequent years.