Ryan Wesley Routh has been identified as the man arrested for allegedly aiming an AK-47 at former President Donald Trump while he was golfing. Despite the threat, Trump is reported to be ‘safe’ following this incident, which marks the second assassination attempt against him this year. Known for his outspoken support of left-wing causes and his online “do-gooder” persona, Routh’s arrest has sparked widespread curiosity.
Trump Dodges Second Assassination Attempt
On September 16, Trump narrowly escaped another assassination attempt at his West Palm Beach golf club. Authorities revealed that Routh, armed with a scoped AK-47 rifle, positioned himself within a few hundred yards of Trump. Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw noted, “With a rifle and scope like that, it is not a long distance.”
Who Is Ryan Wesley Routh?
Secret Service agents spotted Routh near Trump International Golf Club, where he was heavily armed and had his rifle pointed toward Trump. Although agents fired at him, Routh fled but was later detained on I-95 by local police. Routh’s LinkedIn profile shows he is a former construction worker from Hawaii and currently operates Camp Box Honolulu, a shed-building company.
Political Affiliation and Views
Routh is a long-time supporter of the Democratic Party, with records showing 19 donations totaling over $140 since 2019, including contributions to former Representative Tulsi Gabbard. Despite his support for Gabbard, who is now a Trump supporter, Routh has expressed discontent with various politicians and celebrities.
Political Activity and Advocacy
Routh attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University before moving to Hawaii around 2018. He was reportedly backing Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley in the upcoming elections before they withdrew. His social media activity includes outspoken criticism of politicians like Trump and President Joe Biden, as well as support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. One of his tweets read, “I AM WILLING TO FLY TO KRAKOW AND GO TO THE BORDER OF UKRAINE TO VOLUNTEER AND FIGHT AND DIE.”
In an old video, Routh is seen passionately urging people to “come fight.”
Trump’s Statement
Following the incident, Trump reassured his supporters via email, stating, “There were gunshots in my vicinity, but before rumors start spiraling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I AM SAFE AND WELL!” He emphasized his determination, adding, “Nothing will slow me down. I will NEVER SURRENDER!”
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