Ryan W Routh, a 58-year-old man, has been charged with two gun-related crimes after being caught with a rifle near Donald Trump’s golf course in Florida. Court documents suggest he may have been planning an assassination attempt on the former president, but he never fired any shots or had Trump in his line of sight. The FBI is investigating the incident as an assassination attempt, leading to questions about how the suspect got close to Trump just two months after another gunman fired at him.
Trump is scheduled to unveil a new cryptocurrency business on Monday night and resume his presidential campaign, with his security being a top priority following the recent incidents. Both Biden and Harris condemned political violence and called for unity, while Trump blamed them for the assassination attempt, citing “highly inflammatory language” from Democrats.
Routh has prior felony convictions and a history of supporting Ukraine, but his motive for targeting Trump remains unclear. Social media posts are being examined for clues, as investigators try to piece together Routh’s intentions. Ukrainian officials have distanced themselves from Routh, clarifying that he has no connections to their country.
The Secret Service’s handling of these incidents has come under scrutiny, with increased security measures being implemented to protect Trump. The former president expressed gratitude towards law enforcement for keeping him safe and emphasized the importance of ensuring his continued safety. The investigation into Routh’s actions and motives is ongoing as authorities work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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