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Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump Foiled: Suspect Linked to Extremist Views and Ukrainian Azov Battalion

In a shocking turn of events yesterday, an assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump was thwarted, shaking the political landscape. The suspect, who has since been taken into custody, has a troubling history involving extremist views and a failed attempt to join Ukraine's controversial Azov Battalion.

The Assassination Attempt

The attempted assassin, who has been identified as Ryan Wesley Routh was discovered early yesterday near one of Trump’s residences. Law enforcement sources say that Secret Service personnel noticed the individual acting suspiciously near the perimeter of the property and, after further investigation, discovered the individual equipped with tactical gear, including ceramic body armor vests. These vests are designed to protect against small arms fire and indicate a planned and potentially violent attack.


Authorities revealed that the Routh had weapons on hand but did not get close enough to the former President to carry out the attempt. Quick response by the Secret Service was crucial in ensuring Trump’s safety, with personnel immediately securing the area and neutralizing the threat.


Azov Battalion Connection

One of the more bizarre aspects of the investigation is the suspect’s connection to the Ukrainian Azov Battalion. The battalion, which has faced accusations of harboring neo-Nazi elements, has been involved in Ukraine’s fight against Russian-backed separatists in the ongoing conflict. According to reports, the suspect attempted to join the battalion in 2022 but was not officially recruited due to concerns about his age and lack of military experience.


Despite being rejected, the suspect continued to support the battalion's cause and appeared in videos about Ukraine and their war effort.

According to Investigative Journalist Laura Loomer, "NEW YORK TIMES PROFILED THE SHOOTER RYAN ROUTH WHO TRIED TO ASSASSINATE PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP TODAY! Ryan Routh served in the US foreign legion in Ukraine, which is reportedly tied to the CIA!
Not only did Newsweek interview Ryan Routh the attempted Trump assassin 2 years ago about his choice to fight in UKRAIE in 2022, but in 2023, the New York Times also profiled the shooter and his efforts to recruit foreign fighters for Ukraine illegally in Pakistan and Iran by purchasing FAKE PASSPORTS for Afghan soldiers in Pakistan. So the US government knew this guy was doing illegal mercenary work and they never stopped him. Even worse, the anti-Trump Leftist media wrote glowing profiles about him and gave him a platform. Ryan Routh’s cell phone number traces back to “Fight for Ukraine”, which has been accused of being a terrorist organization, focused on recruiting mercenaries to fight in Ukraine for the sake of killing Russian soldiers."

In addition to his pro-Ukraine social media posts, Routh has had his share of run-ins with law enforcement. An article from Greensboro News reported that "Routh was charged with carrying a concealed weapon and possession of a weapon of mass destruction, referring to a fully automatic machine gun. He was also charged with resisting, delaying and obstructing a law enforcement officer and driving while license revoked."


While the majority of America was in shock over the incidents of yesterday, one American who political connection to Ukraine was downplaying the incidents that could have resulted in the death of President Trump.

Rachael Vindman is the wife of Alexander Vindman who is responsible for the first impeachment of President Trump by lying about President Trump's call with Ukraine President Zelensky in which President Trump asked him what Hunter Biden was doing in Ukraine.


Further Investigation

Authorities are still piecing together all aspects of the attempted assassination, including potential connections to extremist groups and whether the individual acted alone or as part of a larger plot. The suspect remains in custody, and federal agencies are continuing to analyze their online activities and personal history to understand the full extent of their motivations.


The incident has sparked renewed debate over political violence in the U.S. and the role of social media in radicalizing individuals. As more details emerge, questions about security, mental health, and extremism continue to dominate the national conversation.







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