Ryan Wesley Routh, a Complicated Past and Suspicion of an Assassination Attempt on Trump
It has been revealed that Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the incident described as an assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, has a complicated past. Routh, 58, has attracted attention with his posts on social media accounts and the e-book he published, and has had many run-ins with the law throughout his life. Routh, who has failed in his attempts to dedicate himself to a great cause, has tried to keep himself in the spotlight by making obsessive posts, especially about the Ukraine-Russia war.
A Dark Past
Ryan Wesley Routh is a name that has been associated with various crimes since his youth. His criminal record includes convictions for theft and possession of weapons of mass destruction since the 1990s. His criminal history, which began in the state of North Carolina, continued with traffic tickets and tax evasion. Routh, who was caught in 2002 for possession of a “weapon of mass destruction,” was later brought to court on different charges.
Routh’s life has been a mess full of criminal records. In 2018, he moved to Hawaii to build a shelter for the homeless, but that attempt also failed. Routh, who has had financial problems for years due to accusations such as tax evasion, faces a $32,000 tax penalty.
Assassination Attempt Allegation and Trump E-Book
Ryan Wesley Routh voted for Trump in 2016 but later announced that he was disappointed. In the e-book he published in 2024, he used harsh words against Trump while touching on issues such as Afghanistan, Taiwan and North Korea, and held him responsible for the collapse of the US-Iran nuclear deal. Routh, who apologized to Middle Eastern nations for voting for Trump, may have hinted at an assassination attempt against Trump with the statements in his book.
Routh’s statements, “You are free to kill Trump and me,” led to comments that he harbored a grudge against Trump. These statements increased suspicions that the assassination attempt against Trump may have been planned. Routh’s criticisms of the US administration in particular may have led him to a more radical path.
Ukraine Obsession and Volunteer Fighter Initiative
When Routh’s social media accounts were examined, it was seen that he displayed an obsessive attitude regarding the war in Ukraine. His attempts to recruit volunteer fighters for Ukraine and his plans to travel to Kiev and set up tent cities reveal his interest in international issues. However, those who know him in Ukraine state that Routh’s thoughts are vague and he does not have a clear purpose.
German humanitarian aid volunteer Chris Lutz described Routh as a kind of “mascot,” stating that he comes out with big promises but does not take any concrete steps. Routh’s attempt to recruit Afghan soldiers for Ukraine also failed. His claims against Taiwan and Haiti also amounted to empty promises.
Suspect’s Son: “He Was a Loving Father”
Routh’s oldest son, Oran Routh, said that his father was a loving and honest person. In a statement to CNN, Oran Routh stated that he had no knowledge of the incident that took place in Florida and maintained that his father was not a violent person. However, the fact that the incident is being investigated by the FBI continues to cause suspicions.
Following the gunshots heard during Trump’s speech in Florida, the discovery of an AK-47 type weapon by local law enforcement and the capture of a suspect further strengthened Routh’s claims of an assassination attempt. Trump made a statement after the incident stating that he was safe and would never give up.
A Complex Personality and Conclusion
Although Ryan Wesley Routh tried to achieve great ideals throughout his life, he stands out as a name remembered with his criminal record and unsuccessful attempts. The suspicion of an assassination attempt against Trump may be a reflection of his complex and indecisive personality. Routh’s interest in the war in Ukraine, his allusions in the e-book and his inconsistent social media posts also raise questions about his mental health, and the incident is expected to be thoroughly investigated by the FBI.
