RYAN WESLEY ROUTH | Indicted for Attempted Assassination of Former President Trump | Voted For Trump Before Wishing He Was “Gone”, Donated To Democrats And Fought In Ukraine | ALS

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Ryan Wesley Routh

Background Information

Ryan Wesley Routh, born in 1966 in Guilford County, North Carolina, has a complex history marked by legal issues and recent criminal allegations. He was a resident of Greensboro for most of his life and attended North Carolina A&T State University briefly in 1995. Routh had a roofing business and was married with children but divorced in 2003. His past includes notable incidents such as being honored for confronting a suspected rapist in 1991.

Criminal History

Routh's criminal record includes several offenses. Following a standoff with police in December 2002, he was found guilty of having a firearm, resisting law enforcement, and driving with a revoked license. He faced more charges over the years, including driving without a license and possessing stolen items, and was often sentenced to probation. His legal issues lasted into the late 2010s.

Routh penned a scary statement months ago stating that he meant to kill the former president. Routh left the message, addressed "To the World," in a box at an unknown person's residence in the months leading up to the failed Sept. 15 assassination attempt at Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach, federal prosecutors said in a court filing hours before Routh was ordered held without bond.

Recent Events: Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump

On September 15, 2024, Routh allegedly attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. Armed with an SKS-style rifle and hiding near the golf course, he reportedly pointed his weapon towards Trump while the former president played golf nearby. Secret Service agents responded to the threat by firing at Routh, who fled but was later apprehended.

Routh has been charged with several serious offenses including attempting to assassinate a presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer (a Secret Service agent), and possession of firearms as a convicted felon. Notably, he did not fire his weapon during the incident. Following his arrest, investigators found evidence suggesting that Routh had been stalking Trump for weeks prior to the event.

Legal Proceedings

Routh pleaded not guilty to five federal charges related to the assassination attempt. A preliminary trial date is set for November 18, 2024. The FBI continues to investigate the case thoroughly due to its implications for public safety and political violence.

Motives and Political Views

The motives behind Routh’s actions are still under investigation. His political views have shifted over time; he expressed dissatisfaction with Trump in social media posts leading up to the incident and had previously supported various political figures across party lines.

In addition to his assassination attempt charges, Routh’s son Oran has also faced legal issues related to child pornography discovered during investigations connected to Ryan Routh’s case.

The situation surrounding Ryan Wesley Routh highlights significant concerns regarding political violence and public safety in contemporary society.

VIDEO: Donald Trump: 9 Shocking Details About Ryan Routh and 'Second Assassination' Attempt | https://youtu.be/e7rby69RM1o

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