![A court filing entered new evidence in the case against Ryan Routh and alleged he sought a rocket launcher to use against President Donald Trump from a Ukrainian arms dealer: “Send me an rpg [rocket propelled grenade] or stinger and I will see what we can do. [Trump] is not good for Ukraine." (AP file/Efrem Lukatsky)](/cdn-cgi/image/onerror=redirect,width=640,height=640,format=webp/https://storage.googleapis.com/uploads.mongoosehq.com/url/media/19021939/30e4578b664675a56c6927be0ec3d9717ca21de9409dc3b67e6b05523802f402)
Overview
- Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, allegedly sought to purchase a rocket launcher and 'stinger' missile from a Ukrainian associate in 2024.
- DOJ filings reveal Routh's intent to use the weapons to prevent Trump's re-election, citing encrypted messages discussing his plans.
- Routh was arrested on September 15, 2024, after allegedly pointing a rifle at Trump at his Florida golf course, following a 12-hour wait to target him.
- Evidence indicates Routh coordinated with a human smuggler, planning to escape to Mexico City immediately after the alleged assassination attempt.
- Routh has pleaded not guilty to five federal charges, including attempted assassination and firearm-related offenses, with his trial scheduled for September 8, 2025.