

A Second Assassination Plot and the New Era of Political Violence
19 snips Sep 17, 2024
Joining the discussion is Peter Baker, the Chief White House correspondent for The New York Times, known for his insights into American politics. He, along with Thomas Gibbons-Neff and Glenn Thrush, delves into a recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump. They explore the suspect’s unusual background and motivations, link this incident to the rise of political violence, and scrutinize the Secret Service's struggles to ensure safety in an increasingly threatening environment. The conversation raises critical questions about political rhetoric and public security.
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Routh's Ukraine Plan
- Thomas Gibbons-Neff interviewed Ryan Routh, the suspect, in 2023 regarding Routh's plan to bring Afghan soldiers to Ukraine.
- Routh's plan involved forging passports and seemed unrealistic to Gibbons-Neff.
Routh's Motivation
- Routh's motivation for going to Ukraine seemed to be a desire for self-reinvention.
- Gibbons-Neff found Routh unsettling, but his behavior wasn't unusual among foreign fighters in Ukraine.
Secret Service Performance
- The Secret Service agents acted quickly and professionally in the incident.
- However, their perimeter security at Trump's golf course failed, as the suspect was lurking for 12 hours.