In what seems like a scene from a thriller, former U.S. President Donald Trump faced a second assassination attempt while at a Florida golf course. Fox News has identified the suspect as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh, previously noted by The New York Times for his involvement with foreign fighters in Ukraine.

Who is Ryan Wesley Routh?

Routh, who has recently been living in Hawaii, hails originally from North Carolina. Last year, he was mentioned in an article about foreigners fighting in Ukraine, a situation that’s as complex as it sounds, huh? He was planning to rally former Afghan soldiers who had escaped the Taliban’s grasp, a plot twist worthy of a movie. His social media posts from 2022 reveal that he was not only in Ukraine but also planning to send troops to far-off places like Taiwan and Haiti. Talk about having a full plate!

Details of the Attempt

This latest drama unfolded near Trump’s West Palm Beach golf club. Secret Service agents, always on their toes, caught Routh hiding in the bushes with an AK-47 rifle, complete with a sniper’s scope—about 300-500 meters away from Trump. After a quick shootout with the Secret Service, where thankfully no one was hurt, Routh decided to make a run for it, leaving his rifle behind in the bushes. Quite the exit, right?

Trump’s Response

Post-incident, the Trump campaign was quick to capitalize, sending out a fundraising email to supporters. Trump himself assured everyone he was “whole and safe,” adding, “Thank God! But there are those in the world who will do whatever it takes to stop us.” Ain’t that a bold statement?

This event marks yet another startling chapter in the life of a figure who never strays far from the headlines. As this story develops, one can only imagine what’s next on the docket for Trump and his team.