Ryan Wesley Routh: From Carolina Roofer to Ukraine Activist
Fox News has identified the suspect in the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump as Ryan Wesley Routh.
Routh is believed to be from Greensboro, North Carolina, and may currently reside in Hawaii. He is or was a part owner of United Roofing and Construction Inc. Public records and customer reviews on Yelp suggest that Routh may not have been a successful roofer.
Routh's Political Affiliations
Routh's political affiliations seem to lean towards the Democratic Party. FEC filings show that he has made donations to 'ActBlue,' a grassroots fundraising machine for the party.
Routh's Activism in Ukraine
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Routh appears to have become a NATO activist. He was quoted in several corporate media outlets, including the NYTimes, Financial Times, Semafor, and others, talking about Ukraine and Taiwan.
Routh, a former construction worker, reportedly travelled to Ukraine in early 2022 to volunteer as a fighter or medic after seeing news reports about the invasion. He has also been involved in recruiting volunteers for the International Legion of Territorial Defense of Ukraine.
Routh's Digital Footprint
Interestingly, Routh's digital footprint was not immediately erased following the attempted assassination. However, social media companies like Meta/Facebook have begun to delete his pages.
Bottom Line
The story of Ryan Wesley Routh is a complex one, with a transition from a roofer in Carolina to a Ukraine activist and now a suspect in an assassination attempt. It raises questions about the influence of political affiliations and global events on individual actions. What are your thoughts on this story? Share it with your friends and let's discuss. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6pm.
