Suspect Arrested in Attempted Assassination of Trump

Ryan Wesley Routh, a 58-year-old man, was arrested for allegedly attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump while he was golfing in Florida. Routh had previously self-published a book titled 'Ukraine's Unwinnable War' in which he expressed disdain for Trump, calling him a 'buffoon' and suggesting that Iran should 'assassinate Trump' as well as himself for voting for him. The book, which sells for $2.99 on Amazon, includes graphic content and discusses various global issues, reflecting Routh's shifting political views and outrage over current events. He has a criminal past and has made small donations to Democratic candidates, showcasing his complex political affiliations. His social media presence reveals a history of activism, including efforts to recruit fighters for Ukraine against Russia. The Secret Service intervened in Routh's apparent assassination attempt, thwarting his plans and leading to his arrest.