Summary
Ryan Wesley Routh, charged with trying to assassinate Donald Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign, will represent himself at his trial starting Monday. The trial will last between two and four weeks, and Routh faces charges related to this alleged attempt, including firearms charges. Routh, who has a criminal history, was arrested after allegedly pointing a rifle at Trump at a Florida golf club.
Key Facts
- Ryan Wesley Routh is accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump.
- The trial begins with jury selection on Monday and is expected to last two to four weeks.
- Routh will represent himself in court despite not being a lawyer, with his former lawyers serving as standby counsel.
- Judge Aileen Cannon will oversee the trial.
- Routh allegedly wrote a letter confirming his attempt and had prior support for Trump but later criticized him.
- An important piece of evidence is the loaded rifle with a removed serial number found at the scene.
- Routh has past felony convictions in North Carolina and posted conflicting statements online about Trump.
