• Federal prosecutors allege Ryan Routh attempted to assassinate President Trump in September 2024, including plans to acquire military-grade weapons like an RPG or Stinger missile.
• The alleged incident occurred at Trump International Golf Club, where Routh was discovered by Secret Service agents but lacked a direct line of sight to the President.
• Routh’s defense challenges the validity of eyewitness testimony, claiming misidentification; the trial is set for September 2025.

Federal prosecutors have revealed new details in the case against Ryan Routh, who is accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump during a golf outing in September 2024. Court documents filed on Monday allege that Routh not only planned the golf course attack but also attempted to acquire a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) or a Stinger missile to target President Trump’s plane.

Attempt to Purchase Military Weapons

According to the filing, Routh contacted an associate he believed had ties to Ukrainian military weapons. Prosecutors claim Routh explicitly requested, “send me an RPG or Stinger, and I will see what we can do,” emphasizing his focus on preventing President Trump from being re-elected. In addition, Routh allegedly sought to purchase a .50 caliber rifle, a more destructive version of a firearm he already possessed. While he intended to buy the weapon at a gun show, his contact failed to secure the rifle until after the golf course incident.

The Golf Course Incident

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The alleged assassination attempt took place at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach. Authorities say Routh hid in the tree line 300-500 yards away from where President Trump was playing golf. A Secret Service agent noticed a rifle in the bushes and opened fire, causing Routh to flee by car. He was detained 50 miles north of the location. Notably, the Secret Service confirmed that Routh did not have a direct line of sight to President Trump, who was playing on another section of the course at the time.

Eyewitness Testimony Under Scrutiny

In recent court filings, Routh’s defense team has challenged the validity of an eyewitness identification that played a pivotal role in his arrest. They argue that law enforcement created an “irreparable misidentification” by showing the witness a single photo of Routh after his detention. The defense is asking the judge to exclude the testimony, claiming it violates constitutional standards. The trial is scheduled to begin on Sept. 8, 2025.

Prosecutors Highlight Weeks of Planning

Investigators allege that Routh meticulously plotted the assassination attempt for weeks. His actions, including trying to obtain military-grade weapons, reflect an escalating level of intent. Law enforcement described the eyewitness testimony as critical evidence in identifying and charging him.

What’s Next?

This case raises ongoing questions about security for high-profile political figures and the methods used in identifying suspects. As the trial approaches, the court’s decision on the admissibility of the eyewitness testimony could have significant implications for the prosecution’s case.

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