Official FBI statements or reports

Rep. Waltz: Trump Shooter Had Encrypted Overseas Accounts, Two Cell Phones

Jul 19, 2024, 01:43 AM

Rep. Michael Waltz (R-FL) has claimed that Thomas Crooks, the alleged shooter in the Trump assassination attempt, possessed three encrypted overseas accounts and two cell phones. This unverified claim was reportedly disclosed during an FBI briefing. The revelation comes amid reports of an Iranian plot to assassinate former President Trump. Waltz did not provide evidence to support his claim, and further details are expected in an upcoming House hearing. The FBI is currently investigating the accounts, which are believed to be based on overseas servers. Agents are reportedly frustrated and angry, having repeatedly asked for resources.