A man who tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump at his golf club in Florida has been identified as Ryan Wesley Routh. Reports say he was deeply obsessed with Ukraine and was willing to go to extreme lengths for it. Here’s what we know:
The Attempt: Last Sunday, as Trump played golf at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, someone spotted a rifle barrel poking through the fence. The Secret Service agent fired several shots at the threat, causing the suspect to flee. He left behind a rifle, a GoPro camera, and some other gear but was later caught by the authorities.
Who Is Ryan Wesley Routh? Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who tried to kill Trump, was reportedly very calm when he was arrested. Fox News and other media outlets have shared photos of him from his arrest. Although authorities have not yet confirmed his identity officially, it seems he was driven by a strong obsession with Ukraine.
An Obsession with Ukraine: Routh’s social media profiles, which have now been deleted, were filled with posts about his support for Ukraine. He often talked about fighting for Ukraine and even tried to recruit others to join him. His posts included messages like wanting to buy rockets to attack Russian targets and boasting about his involvement in the conflict.
His Actions and Statements: In 2022, Routh spent time in Kiev and tried to recruit former Afghan soldiers to fight against Russia. He also spoke to various media outlets about his mission and criticized both Trump and President Joe Biden. He appeared to be driven by a desire to support Ukraine, even if it meant resorting to extreme measures.
Public Reactions: This incident has raised questions about how the U.S. intelligence community interacted with Routh, given his connections to Ukraine and his radical views. Some, like NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, are calling for more transparency. Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., described Routh as a “psychopath” influenced by left-wing propaganda.
The would-be assassin’s strong obsession with Ukraine and his extreme actions have left many questions unanswered about his motivations and connections.
