Trump Assassination Suspect Charged With Federal Gun Crimes

The suspect in the apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was charged Monday with violating federal gun laws. #trump #harris #biden #shooting #florida #guns #politics

Ryan Routh, 58, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession and receipt of a firearm with an obliterated serial number, according to a criminal complaint filed in federal court in Florida.

These may just be initial charges filed against Routh, who was arrested by police on Sunday outside the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has said it is investigating the incident as a possible assassination attempt targeting Trump.

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[robertsmith]

Let me get this straight he was already in trouble for having a weapon of mass destruction. Who gave him the freaking gun. Come on Tell us the truth

[mcascio]

"He pointed his AK 47-style firearm in a secret service agent" and he's still alive check ✅ 😂

[johnnaumann]

Sounds like another set up they knew of his existence he should’ve been tracked it’s on believable and yet it is😵‍💫

[sickotwist]

I certainly don't see attempted assassination conviction! And I think Donald should hire a different security!

[nildagonzaga]

Be safe always and trust God/ Jesus Christ with all your heart, souls and good deeds.

[Hamish-fb]

The second Republican who tried to shoot trump.

[khairulnaeim]

Hopefully not his own neighbors, that won't stop watching porn+ with loud speaker....