Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump, sought military-grade weapons, including a rocket launcher, from a Ukrainian contact. He stated his intent was to prevent Trump's re-election.
Prosecutors say Routh's plot was premeditated. He scouted Trump's locations and gave a friend a box with an assassination plan, burner phones, and ammunition. He also contacted someone in Mexico for smuggling assistance.
Routh researched and attempted to purchase a sniper rifle. He purchased a military-grade SKS rifle, which he used in the assassination attempt. He surveilled Trump's routes, researching various aspects of Trump's life and security.
On the day of the attempt, Routh set up a sniper hideout. Secret Service agents spotted him before he could act, and he fled, abandoning his rifle. He was later arrested and charged with attempted assassination and other related offenses.
13 Comments
Raphael
The fact he abandoned his weapon shows the intent. This person is guilty.
Leonardo
This is a direct attack on Democracy! We must support the justice system at work!
Michelangelo
Attempting to assassinate a president? Unforgivable. Justice needs to be served.
Donatello
Attempting" doesn't mean succeeded. Overblown.
Raphael
Actions have consequences. He needs to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
ZmeeLove
Using military-grade weapons shows he was prepared for a serious assault. This is alarming.
Habibi
I want to the raw footage of the hiding spot. I want to see this happen.
Donatello
Glad there was no outcome! What a threat to democracy and the country!
Habibi
Premeditation is key. He clearly intended to kill the president.
The Truth
This is terrifying. The extent of the planning shows how dangerous this man was.
Answer
People like him need to be held accountable. It's necessary to protect the country.
The Truth
They want to make an example of him. His life is ruined now.
Mariposa
He scouted Trump's locations? He was meticulous and dangerous.