- President Donald Trump ordered the Secret Service to provide complete and unfiltered disclosure of information regarding two assassination attempts against him in 2024, expressing frustration over delayed information releases.
- The attacks occurred in July and September 2024, involving 19-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was killed after shooting Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, and 59-year-old Ryan Routh, who was apprehended near a golf course in Florida and is awaiting trial.
- Both incidents raised questions about foreign involvement, particularly with Crooks' possession of multiple encrypted apps linked to Belgium, Germany and New Zealand, and Routh's history of recruiting in Ukraine and his book advocating for Trump's assassination.
- Trump's national security advisor, Michael Waltz, emphasized the need for transparency and a thorough investigation, questioning the use of multiple encrypted foreign apps by Crooks and highlighting the unusual circumstances of the attacks.
- The September trial for Routh is anticipated to provide more details on the motives and potential foreign connections, with significant political and security implications, as the investigation continues to be a focal point amid calls for full disclosure and understanding of the attacks.
President Donald Trump issued a directive to the Secret Service on Friday, Feb. 7, demanding a complete and unfiltered disclosure of information regarding two individuals who attempted to assassinate him last year.
Speaking to the New York Post, Trump expressed frustration over the delayed release of details, asserting that he has the right to know.
The incidents, which occurred in July and September 2024, have raised significant questions about the motives and potential foreign connections of the would-be assassins. The first attempt took place at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where 19-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks fired a rifle shot that struck Trump in the ear. Crooks was fatally shot by law enforcement at the scene. Federal investigators later discovered that Crooks possessed six cell phones and accounts on encrypted messaging platforms linked to Belgium, Germany and New Zealand, casting doubt on whether he acted alone.
The second attempt involved 59-year-old Ryan Routh, who was apprehended near the Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. Routh, armed with a rifle, had been lying in wait. Authorities revealed that he had previously served as a recruiter in Ukraine and authored a self-published book on Amazon calling for Trump's assassination. Routh is currently awaiting trial in September and faces the possibility of life in prison. (Related: Congressional report exposes Secret Service failures during assassination attempt on Trump.)
Unanswered questions and foreign connections
Speculation surrounding the motives and connections of the two men has intensified. Investigators are particularly focused on Crooks' encrypted communications and whether foreign influences played a role in his actions. The presence of multiple encrypted apps on his devices has raised concerns about a potential coordinated effort.
Trump's national security advisor, former Rep. Michael Waltz, has questioned the unusual circumstances surrounding the attacks. "Why would a teenager need to use multiple encrypted foreign apps?" Waltz asked, emphasizing the need for transparency and a thorough investigation. Waltz, a former member of the congressional task force probing the assassination attempt, has been advising the president on the investigation.
In his comments to the New York Post, Trump called for an end to delays, asserting that information had been withheld during former President Joe Biden's administration. "No more holding back because of Biden… I'm entitled to know. And they held it back long enough. No excuses," he stated. The president's demand for full disclosure underscores the high stakes surrounding the investigation into the assassination attempts.
The September trial for Routh is expected to provide more clarity on the motives and potential connections of the would-be assassins. However, the details behind these attacks remain shrouded in unanswered questions and ongoing investigations. The political implications of these incidents are significant, as they highlight the ongoing security challenges and the potential influence of foreign actors in domestic affairs.
As the September trial approaches, the pressure to uncover the full extent of the assassination attempts and their potential connections to foreign entities continues to mount. Trump's demand for transparency reflects the urgency and importance of understanding these events, which have significant implications for national security and political stability. The ongoing investigation will likely remain a focal point in the coming months, with the hope of providing the public with a comprehensive understanding of these critical incidents.
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