On a quiet Sunday afternoon in West Palm Beach, Florida, former President Donald Trump faced a frightening situation. While playing golf at the Trump International Golf Course, a gunman targeted him, marking the second attempt on Trump’s life within a span of two months. This latest attempt occurred after Trump was previously shot in the ear during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024(
The incident unfolded just as Trump, alongside real estate investor Steve Witkoff, was playing the 5th hole. The attacker, identified as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh, was armed with an AK-47 and had been hiding in the bushes for up to 12 hours before launching his attack(
IBT Singapore). Secret Service agents quickly intervened, exchanging gunfire with the suspect before he could inflict any harm on the former president. Routh was arrested shortly after, following a brief standoff with the police.
While the exact motive behind the attempt remains under investigation, it has been speculated that Routh might have been influenced by political rhetoric or personal grievances(
Christian Post). Trump’s security has been an increasing concern, with the former president and his team ramping up safety measures after these consecutive attacks.
This assassination attempt has raised questions about the political climate and the security risks that public figures face, especially as Trump remains a central figure in U.S. politics.
