America First Legal, a Pro-Trump organization, has filed a lawsuit against several federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of State, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, and Department of Homeland Security, claiming that they were illegally concealing records on Ryan Routh, the suspect charged in the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The organization alleges that the agencies knew about Routh and the danger he posed to the former president. AFL initiated multiple government-wide investigations into the Biden-Harris administration’s records about Routh on September 17, believing that pre-existing government records may have existed due to Routh’s criminal history and reported foreign activities.
Ryan Routh is accused of attempting to kill the former president at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 15. Allegedly, Routh pointed a rifle towards the 45th president just outside the perimeter of the club, prompting a Secret Service agent to open fire. Routh then fled the scene but was later captured. AFL stated that they filed urgent requests for information from the State Department, DOD, DOJ, and DHS to determine what the Biden-Harris administration knew about Routh and the danger he posed to President Trump. Despite meeting the legal requirements for expedited processing, AFL claims to have received no communications or records from any of the four agencies.
Gene Hamilton, Executive Director of America First Legal, emphasized that the American people have a right to know what the federal government knew about Ryan Routh. He expressed disbelief that a man who traveled to foreign battlefields and recruited foreign fighters to engage in war could have been under the government’s radar. AFL is eager to provide the public with crucial details about Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump, to ensure the former president’s safety and provide transparency to the American people. The organization views obtaining these records as critical in achieving these goals.
Despite AFL’s efforts, none of the four federal agencies contacted by Fox News Digital responded to requests for comment on the matter. The lawsuit filed by America First Legal against the federal agencies alleges that they were illegally concealing records on Ryan Routh, raising concerns about what information the government may have possessed about the suspect and his intentions. The organization maintains that getting access to these records is essential for ensuring the safety of President Trump and promoting transparency for the American people. AFL’s investigation into the Biden-Harris administration’s knowledge of Routh aims to shed light on potential gaps in national security protocols and procedures.
The case involving Ryan Routh’s alleged assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has garnered significant attention, particularly following AFL’s lawsuit against multiple federal agencies. With Routh currently facing charges related to the incident at the Trump International Golf Club, the ongoing legal battle to obtain government records on the suspect underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in matters of national security. America First Legal’s efforts to uncover the truth about what the Biden-Harris administration knew about Routh highlight the organization’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and safeguarding the well-being of public officials. As the lawsuit continues to unfold, the outcome could have far-reaching implications for future investigations into potential threats against high-profile individuals and the broader implications for government transparency.
