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Attempted Trump Assassination: Routh Prepares for High-Stakes Trial

7/12/2025

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Ryan Routh, charged with the attempted assassination of Donald Trump near a Florida golf club, aims to defend himself in his trial scheduled for September 2025. As legal arguments unfold over what evidence will be allowed, Routh faces serious charges that could lead to a life sentence if found guilty. The stakes are incredibly high.

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Ryan Routh, charged with the attempted assassination of Donald Trump near a Florida golf club, aims to defend himself in his trial scheduled for September 2025. As legal arguments unfold over what evidence will be allowed, Routh faces serious charges that could lead to a life sentence if found guilty. The stakes are incredibly high.