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Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, Identified as Suspect in Trump Assassination Attempt in West Palm Beach

Sep 15, 2024, 11:07 PM

Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, has been identified as the suspect in an assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump at his golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. Routh was found near the golf course with two backpacks and an AK-47. He has a significant online presence showing strong pro-Ukraine sentiments and a deep disdain for Trump. Routh was involved with the Ukrainian International Legion, aiding in recruitment efforts in 2022. He has an extensive criminal history, including felony weapons charges. Routh, a registered Democrat, was interviewed by Newsweek Romania in 2022. His social media also indicates travel to Taiwan and opposition to China. Meta has deleted Routh's Facebook page following the incident.