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FBI Reveals Lone Wolf’s Attempted Assassination of Trump

11/27/2025

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On July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania, Thomas Cooks attempted to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump, according to the FBI.
The FBI classified Thomas Cooks as a lone wolf with no links to others.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said there is no cover-up or motive behind the attack.
An investigation into Cooks' online history revealed a violent past, with the FBI noting there was no prior reason to investigate him.

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On July 13 in Butler, Pennsylvania, Thomas Cooks attempted to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump, according to the FBI.
The FBI classified Thomas Cooks as a lone wolf with no links to others.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said there is no cover-up or motive behind the attack.
An investigation into Cooks' online history revealed a violent past, with the FBI noting there was no prior reason to investigate him.