The FBI's investigation into the Trump assassination attempt is being conducted with the full force of the department, according to Director Christopher Wray.
An investigation into Sunday's attack is being conducted by the FBI, the Secret Service, and the Florida Attorney General.
FBI Director Christopher Wray is dedicating the entirety of his department's resources to the probe of the attempts to murder former President Trump.
During his speech at the Aspen Cyber Summit, Wray gave an assurance that the FBI is among the federal and state agencies investigating Sunday's attempt on Trump's life.
"Wray stated, "I want to briefly discuss the events that transpired in West Palm Beach over the weekend." He added, "For the second time in two months, we have observed what seems to be an attempt to undermine our democracy and democratic procedures.""
The FBI is working diligently to uncover the truth behind the events that led to the former President's safety, and the investigation is still in its early stages, so the agency is limited in what it can reveal at this time.
The FBI has committed all its resources to this investigation, including criminal and national security assets, tactical support, evidence response teams, forensic scientists, and operational technology personnel. We are working tirelessly to investigate this matter.
The Secret Service discovered Ryan Wesley Routh, who is accused of attempting to assassinate Trump, lying in wait on a golf course for nearly 12 hours on Sunday. Multiple federal and state law enforcement agencies are currently investigating the incident.
Immediately after the incident, Ronald Rowe, the acting director of the Secret Service, traveled to West Palm Beach. Additionally, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has instructed his attorney general, Ashley Moody, to conduct a state-level investigation.
Routh is still in custody and has been accused of federal firearm offenses. His next court date is set for Sept. 1.
Trump and his allies have accused Democrats of inciting violence against him through their extreme rhetoric.
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