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Man Charged with Federal Gun Crimes in Alleged Trump Assassination Attempt

Man Charged with Federal Gun Crimes in Alleged Trump Assassination Attempt

Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, faces two federal gun charges: possession by a felon and obliterated serial number. Combined, they carry a 20-year max and $500,000 fine.

Routh appeared in Florida court, shackled and nonchalant. His bond hearing is set for Sept. 23.

Secret Service agents fired shots near Trump's golf course after spotting a rifle in the tree line. Routh fled in a Nissan SUV. Agents found a loaded SKS-style rifle with an unreadable serial number.

Routh has prior felony convictions: a 2002 machine gun possession and 2010 stolen goods.

Trump was unharmed. Attorney General Merrick Garland pledged a thorough FBI investigation.

Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the violence. President Joe Biden suggested the Secret Service needs more support.

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