Suspect in apparent assassination attempt against Trump charged with federal gun crimes. Here’s what authorities say happened at his Florida golf course.

The FBI is investigating an apparent assassination attempt on former President Suspect in apparent assassination attempt against Trump after a man armed with an AK-style rifle was spotted near Trump’s golf course in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Sunday. He made his first appearance in federal court Monday morning and was charged with federal gun crimes, including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of firearm with an obliterated serial number. Trump, who was golfing with longtime friend and adviser Steve Witkoff, was unharmed and quickly moved to a secure location. This is the second apparent assassination attempt against Trump’s life within the last nine weeks. Speaking to reporters at the White House Monday, President Biden said that he was thankful the former president was safe. Biden added that the Secret Service “needs more help,” and urged Congress to address the agency’s needs. What happened on Sunday, according to authorities During a press briefing on Sunday, officials said that U.S. Secret Service agents opened fire after spotting the suspect near the golf course’s perimeter. It remains unclear if the individual fired any shots before fleeing in an SUV. The suspect was taken into custody in a neighboring county. … Continue reading Suspect in apparent assassination attempt against Trump charged with federal gun crimes. Here’s what authorities say happened at his Florida golf course.