The suspect in the attempted assassination of President Trump, Ryan Routh, had reportedly written a disturbing letter offering $150,000 to anyone who could “complete the job” should he fail. The handwritten letter, addressed to the world, stated that Routh had tried his best to assassinate Trump but had failed, urging others to finish the job. It also criticized Trump’s foreign policy decisions regarding Iran and the Middle East.
Federal prosecutors revealed that the letter was found in a box dropped off by Routh several months before the incident at Trump International Golf Course. The box contained ammunition, a metal pipe, tools, phones, and various letters. This incident marks the second attempted assassination on Trump in three months, with the previous one occurring during a rally in Pennsylvania.
After being spotted by a Secret Service agent hiding in bushes with a rifle at the golf course, Routh was fired at and subsequently apprehended by law enforcement as he tried to flee the scene in a Nissan Xterra. Routh, who had a criminal history prior to the attempted assassination, now faces charges for firearm offenses and is set to appear before a judge for a pre-detention hearing.
Apart from the letter related to the assassination attempt, the filing also mentioned that Routh had compiled a list of dates and venues where the former President was expected to appear. Additionally, Routh, known for his activism in support of Ukraine, had a notebook filled with names, phone numbers, and discussions about joining combat on behalf of Ukraine. The notebook also contained notes criticizing the governments of China and Russia.
This disturbing revelation sheds light on the mindset and intentions of the suspect involved in the attempted assassination of President Trump. It also highlights the importance of vigilance and security measures in safeguarding public officials from such threats. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks and challenges faced by those in positions of power and the need for robust security protocols to ensure their safety.