Former President Donald Trump was the target of an attempted assassination at a golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. Security forces apprehended a suspect with an AK-47 style assault rifle and scope. Trump thanked law enforcement for their swift action in keeping him safe. The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, was a vocal supporter of Ukraine’s war efforts. Leaders such as Joe Biden and international figures like Benjamin Netanyahu and Viktor Orbán have expressed concern and well wishes. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned political violence. The suspect, who had a history of run-ins with law enforcement, was detained on Interstate 95 by deputies in Martin County. Law enforcement will require a mental health assessment before any criminal proceedings. Putin’s spokesperson suggested that the incident shows the consequences of interfering in foreign conflicts. Trump’s campaign managers described the suspected gunman as an “evil monster”. The incident raises questions about security arrangements around Trump after a previous assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. The FBI described the shooting as an attempted assassination. Trump’s running mate, US Senator JD Vance, confirmed that Trump was in good spirits following the incident. Ukraine’s president expressed relief that Trump was unharmed. Biden commended the work of law enforcement in ensuring Trump’s safety and emphasized the need to reject political violence.
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