The United States Department of Justice has announced it has received judicial authorization to release documents related to the FBI’s investigation into the attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in Pennsylvania last year. The documents will be provided to Congress.
The Justice Department affirmed its commitment to transparency, the rule of law, and the protection of victims in a statement released earlier today. The investigation stems from an incident on July 13th of last year when a 20-year-old man, identified as Thomas Crooks, attempted to assassinate Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. The attack resulted in the death of one rally attendee and serious injuries to two others before Crooks was fatally shot by security personnel.
The release of these documents comes amidst heightened scrutiny of security measures surrounding political figures. DZWatch has been following the ongoing debate regarding campaign security protocols and the potential for politically motivated violence.
This isn’t the only attempt on the former President’s life. In September 2024, Trump was targeted in a second assassination attempt when a gunman, identified as Ryan Roth, 59, tried to shoot him at a golf course in Florida. Roth faces five charges, including the attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate. He is also charged with carrying a handgun near a Trump-owned golf course in Florida with the intent to shoot Trump during the presidential campaign.
The release of these documents is expected to shed further light on the events surrounding the Pennsylvania assassination attempt and may influence ongoing discussions about security measures for political candidates and elected officials. DZWatch will continue to provide updates as this story develops.
