Trump Assassination Suspect Faces New Attempted Murder Charge in Florida

Ryan Routh is charged with attempted felony murder after a crash during his escape left a 6-year-old girl critically injured.

Ryan Routh, already facing federal charges for attempting to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump, has been charged by Florida with attempted felony murder.
The charge stems from a car crash on Interstate 95 that critically injured a 6-year-old girl during Routh’s escape after the alleged assassination attempt in September.
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody accused federal authorities of obstructing the state’s investigation, including denying access to evidence and witnesses.
Governor Ron DeSantis and Moody expect state-level investigations to gain momentum once Trump’s administration begins in January, citing anticipated leadership changes at federal agencies.
Routh, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, is scheduled to face trial on federal charges in February 2025, with Florida’s state charges expected to proceed separately.