Summary
A trial is set to begin for Ryan Routh, who is charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump in Florida last year. Routh, who will represent himself in court, allegedly aimed a rifle at Trump during a golf outing but was stopped by a Secret Service agent. Jury selection for the trial will start next week, and the process could take up to four weeks.
Key Facts
- Ryan Routh is accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at a Florida golf club last year.
- The trial will take place in Fort Pierce federal court, with jury selection starting next Monday.
- Routh will represent himself but has standby lawyers appointed by the court.
- Judge Aileen Cannon warned Routh about court behavior, including not making sudden movements.
- The attempted shooting occurred on September 15, 2024, but a Secret Service agent intercepted Routh.
- Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges, including attempting to assassinate a major candidate and assaulting an officer.
- Evidence includes photos and phone messages from Routh related to assassination planning and weaponry.
- Routh was previously a construction worker in North Carolina and had moved to Hawaii.
