Florida Sues DOJ Over Halted Probe into Trump Assassination Attempt
Attorney General Ashley Moody claims federal authorities are obstructing the state's investigation into the alleged attempt on Donald Trump's life.
- Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a lawsuit against the DOJ for blocking the state's investigation into the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump.
- The DOJ instructed Florida to pause its investigation until the federal probe is completed, citing federal jurisdiction over crimes against public figures.
- Governor Ron DeSantis and Moody argue that Florida should be able to pursue state charges against suspect Ryan Routh, who has pleaded not guilty to federal charges.
- Routh was arrested after being found armed near Trump's golf course in West Palm Beach, and is accused of planning the assassination.
- The lawsuit emphasizes concerns over federal agencies' credibility, given their ongoing investigations against Trump, and seeks to protect Florida's sovereign rights.