PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Authorities said they found and arrested a man who pointed a rifle with a scope into former President Donald Trump’s golf club on Sunday. Virginia leaders have taken to social media to respond to yet another attempt on the Republican GOP’s presidential candidate.
The FBI released the named of the suspect in the most recent assassination attempt on Trump. He was identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, three law enforcement officials told The Associated Press.
Read what local leaders are saying about the attempt:
Gov. Glenn Youngkin: “Yet another incredibly scary moment today. We’re grateful President Trump is safe, and again we’re inspired by his courage and strength.”
Jen Kiggans: “While I’m relieved to hear that President Trump is safe, I’m disgusted that there was another attempt on his life. Political violence has absolutely no place in our country. Thank you to our law enforcement for their quick response.”
Jason Miyares: “I’m relieved President Trump is safe. Political violence is cowardly and a shameful betrayal of our American values.”
Abigail Spanberger: “Reports of another attempted assassination of former President Trump are deeply troubling. I’m grateful to the Secret Service & local law enforcement who apprehended the suspect and stopped a horrific scene from unfolding. Political violence can never be tolerated in America.”
Trump’s running mate for vice president, JD Vance, also reacted to the incident.
JD Vance: “I’m glad President Trump is safe. I spoke to him before the news was public and he was, amazingly, in good spirits. Still much we don’t know, but I’ll be hugging my kids extra tight tonight and saying a prayer of gratitude.”
