Ryan Routh Convicted in Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump

A Florida jury has convicted Ryan Routh, 59, on all charges related to the 2024 assassination attempt on then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. The charges include attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.

The incident occurred in September 2024 at Trump's golf course in West Palm Beach. Routh, armed with a rifle, was spotted by a Secret Service agent before he could fire. The agent opened fire, causing Routh to flee. He was apprehended later that day.

After the verdict was read, Routh attempted to harm himself in the courtroom but was subdued by U.S. marshals.

Attorney General Pamela Bondi stated, "Today’s guilty verdict against would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh illustrates the Department of Justice’s commitment to punishing those who engage in political violence."

Routh faces a potential life sentence, with sentencing scheduled for December 18.