Trump Suspected of Another Assassination Attempt: Bitcoin Rises Then Falls, Financial Markets Show No Significant Reaction

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September 16, 2024
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Trump Allegedly Survives Another Assassination Attempt: Full Account

According to Golden Finance, the incident involved a gunman with an AK-47 who was less than 500 meters from Trump.

  1. Around 1:30 PM local time on Saturday afternoon, gunshots were fired near Trump’s golf club in Florida, which he owns and frequents.
  2. The Secret Service found a man with a rifle near the fence of Trump’s golf course. They subsequently engaged in a shootout with the suspect, firing at least four shots. It is unclear if the suspect returned fire.
  3. Trump was golfing at the time of the shooting and was immediately escorted to a safe location in the clubhouse. No one was injured.
  4. A witness reported seeing a man running from the bushes and getting into a black SUV. The witness took photos of the suspect's vehicle and license plate.
  5. The suspect's SUV was stopped on I-95 in Martin County and the man was taken into custody. Police confirmed the arrest with the witness.
  6. After the shooting, police found an AK-47 rifle, two backpacks, and a sports camera in the bushes near the golf course. The AK-47 reportedly had a scope attached.
  7. The White House commented on the shooting, stating that Biden and Harris had been briefed on the incident and were relieved that Trump was safe.
  8. Trump responded, saying he was golfing when the shots were fired and he was fine. He praised the Secret Service for their actions.
  9. Law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County, Florida, stated that Trump was approximately 400 to 500 yards (365.76-457.2 meters) from the shooter when the incident occurred.
  10. The FBI is investigating the incident as a possible "assassination attempt" against Trump.
  11. US officials believe the suspect targeted Trump.
  12. The suspect was identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, a 58-year-old white male.
  13. Lawmakers from both parties urged enhanced security measures for Trump.
  14. The financial markets showed no significant reaction. Bitcoin initially rose before falling, while gold remained unchanged.
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