Florida Assassination Attempt Suspect:

By MyHyperNews.com – Source: CNN

Self-Employed Builder with a History of Political Activism

The Florida Assassination Attempt Suspect detained in connection with the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Florida is 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh. Routh, a self-employed affordable housing builder from Hawaii, has been vocal on social media about politics, current events, and his criticisms of the former president. CNN reports that authorities believe Routh was planning to attack Trump as he played golf.

Routh Voted for Trump in 2016

Despite his current animosity, Routh revealed on social media that he had once been a Trump supporter. “While you were my choice in 2016, I and the world hoped that President Trump would be different and better than the candidate, but we all were greatly disappointed, and it seems you are getting worse and devolving,” he wrote in June 2020. “I will be glad when you’re gone.”

Public Criticism and Political Engagement

Routh was not shy about his opinions, frequently using his X (formerly Twitter) account to weigh in on political matters. After the attempted assassination at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania this past July, Routh called on President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to visit the injured. “You and Biden should visit the injured people in the hospital from the Trump rally and attend the funeral of the murdered fireman,” he posted, implying that Trump would never show such compassion.

In another post from April, Routh criticized Trump and championed Biden’s campaign. “Biden’s campaign should be called something like KADAF. Keep America democratic and free. Trumps should be MASA …make Americans slaves again master. DEMOCRACY is on the ballot, and we cannot lose,” he asserted.

Connections to Political Parties and Ukraine

Routh’s political involvement goes beyond mere criticism. Public records show that he was registered as an “unaffiliated” voter in North Carolina in 2012, where he participated in the Democratic primary earlier this year. Federal campaign finance records indicate that Routh contributed over $100 to ActBlue, a platform supporting Democratic candidates.

Strong Support for Ukraine

Routh has shown fervent support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. In dozens of posts on X throughout 2022, he expressed his willingness to fight and even die for Ukraine’s cause. “I AM WILLING TO FLY TO KRAKOW AND GO TO THE BORDER OF UKRAINE TO VOLUNTEER AND FIGHT AND DIE…Can I be the example? We must win,” he proclaimed in March 2022. By the following year, Routh attempted to recruit Afghan soldiers to join the Ukrainian fight, presenting himself as an off-the-books liaison for Ukraine on his Facebook account.

Entrepreneurial Ventures and Controversies
Routh’s LinkedIn profile reveals his entrepreneurial side, detailing a company he started in 2018 called Camp Box Honolulu, which focuses on building storage units and tiny houses. A local story highlighted his donation of a structure for homeless people, demonstrating his desire to create “frameworks for people to thrive and succeed.” However, not everyone was pleased with his work.

“He Ranted at Me,” Says Business Associate

In one unsettling encounter, a Hawaiian businessman named Saili Levi recounted his experience with Routh. After paying $3,800 upfront for a business trailer, Levi found Routh’s work lacking in quality. When he asked Routh to make improvements, he was met with a tirade. “He just kind of started ranting about, you know, ‘You think because you have money, you’re better than me?’” Levi explained. Disturbed by the outburst and mentions of fighting in Ukraine, Levi chose to disengage from further dealings for the sake of his family’s safety.

Brushes with the Law

Routh’s record shows a history of legal troubles. According to public documents, he faced multiple court cases dating back to the 1990s. In 2002, he was arrested in North Carolina after allegedly placing his hand on a firearm before barricading himself inside a business. Law enforcement confirmed this arrest to CNN. He also faced state and federal tax issues, including a $32,000 federal tax lien in 2008. Further adding to his legal woes, judges ordered him to pay significant sums in various civil suits.

Family Weighs In: “A Loving and Caring Father”

In light of his arrest in Florida, Routh’s eldest son, Oran, provided a different perspective on his father. “I don’t know what’s happened in Florida, and I hope things have just been blown out of proportion,” Oran said. “Because from the little I’ve heard, it doesn’t sound like the man I know to do anything crazy, much less violent.”

Routh’s complex history, from his political activism to his brushes with the law, paints a multifaceted picture of a man now at the center of a national controversy. Authorities continue to investigate the events surrounding the apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, as the nation watches closely.

This article was compiled using information from CNN.