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Jury convicts Ryan Routh on all charges in attempted assassination of Donald Trump

Jury convicts Ryan Routh on all charges in attempted assassination of Donald Trump

Summary

A federal jury found Ryan Routh guilty of trying to assassinate Donald Trump at a golf course in South Florida. Routh was convicted on all charges, including attempted assassination and weapons violations, and now faces a possible life sentence. The trial lasted two-and-a-half weeks and included testimony from 38 witnesses.

Key Facts

  • Ryan Routh was convicted of trying to assassinate Donald Trump last year.
  • The incident took place at Trump's golf course in South Florida.
  • Routh faced a total of five charges, including attempted assassination and weapons violations.
  • The jury found him guilty on all charges.
  • Routh defended himself in court, calling only three witnesses.
  • The trial lasted about two-and-a-half weeks.
  • Routh argued that mere planning does not show intent to commit the crime.
  • Prosecutors presented evidence that Routh had intentions to carry out the attack.

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