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Man Accused of Attempting to Kill Trump to Represent Himself at Trial. Ryan Routh, 59, accused of aiming a rifle at Donald Trump during a Florida golf outing, will stand trial almost a year after the incident. The alleged attack involved Routh creating a “sniper’s nest” just one hole away from where Trump was playing. Routh has chosen to represent himself, rejecting legal counsel for the federal case. Prosecutors plan to present eyewitness testimony, sales records of the rifle, and a letter allegedly confessing: “This was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump.” Jury selection is set to begin Monday in Fort Pierce, Florida, before Judge Aileen Cannon, known for dismissing Trump’s 2024 classified documents case. Routh faces five federal charges, including attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer. Experts say defendants representing themselves often aim to use the trial as a platform rather than to mount a traditional defense. Observers note the unpredictability of Routh’s self-representation could complicate courtroom proceedings. If convicted, Routh could face life in prison for his alleged crimes against Trump.
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