Navy SEAL-Turned-Congressman Details Errors in Alleged Trump Assassination Attempt

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Former Navy SEAL and Congressman Eli Crane (R-Ariz.) has highlighted two significant mistakes made by the suspect in an alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Speaking on the John Solomon Reports podcast, Crane pointed out that the errors suggest a lack of professional training.

Crane observed that the suspect, Ryan Routh, who is in custody, did not cut a hole in the chain-link fence from his final firing position. Crane noted that trained snipers typically cut through obstacles to prevent bullets from being deflected. Additionally, Routh reportedly hung ceramic plates around his position, which could be easily spotted by a visual observer—another indication that the setup was not executed with precision.

This latest incident took place at Trump’s golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida, marking the second reported attempt to target the former president. The first attempt occurred in July during a rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania.

Crane raised concerns about the security implications of these attempts, emphasizing the need for heightened security measures. He pointed out that such incidents may signal vulnerabilities, which could potentially encourage future threats.