A Florida man, Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, has been arrested and charged with possessing a firearm despite a prior felony conviction and possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number. The arrest comes after Routh was suspected of an assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump. Court documents revealed that Routh had camped outside a golf course for nearly 12 hours with food and a rifle, waiting for Trump before a Secret Service agent thwarted the potential attack by opening fire.
The Justice Department did not allege that Routh fired any shots, but additional charges are possible as the investigation continues. Routh’s arrest has raised questions about the security afforded to Trump, particularly during off-trail events at his clubs and properties. The incident marks the second attempt on Trump’s life in recent months, emphasizing the challenges of protecting high-profile figures like the former president.
Routh, who appeared in court wearing a blue jumpsuit, has a history of felony convictions, including charges of possessing stolen goods in 2002. Authorities have not revealed a specific motive for the attempted assassination, but Routh’s online activity showed shifting political views and intense outrage toward global events. As the investigation continues, more details may emerge about Routh’s intentions and plans, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures for public figures like Trump.
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