Summary
A man named Ryan Routh, accused of trying to assassinate former President Donald Trump, forfeited his right to continue his opening statement at his trial because he talked about unrelated topics. Routh is representing himself and has pleaded not guilty to several charges, including attempting to kill a major presidential candidate and firearm violations.
Key Facts
- Ryan Routh is on trial for allegedly trying to assassinate Donald Trump.
- Routh represented himself in court but went off-topic during his opening statement, mentioning Adolf Hitler and unrelated wars.
- U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon warned Routh and had to stop his statement.
- Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted assassination and firearm violations.
- A jury of 12 people, with four alternates, has been selected for the trial in Fort Pierce, Florida.
- Prosecutors say a Secret Service agent stopped Routh as he allegedly aimed a rifle at Trump during a golf game in September 2024.
- The trial is expected to last two to three weeks.
- Judge Cannon previously handled a separate case involving Trump and classified documents.
