Ryan Routh, accused of trying to assassinate Trump at a Florida golf course, ended his self-represented trial without testifying.

Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course in September 2024, has concluded his self-represented defense without testifying. Representing himself in federal trial, Routh questioned a firearms expert and two character witnesses, emphasizing mechanical issues with the rifle and portraying himself as peaceful. Judge Aileen Cannon repeatedly interrupted his questioning, urging adherence to evidence. Prosecutors presented seven days of testimony from 38 witnesses, including a Secret Service agent who saw Routh aiming a rifle before Trump arrived. Routh faces federal charges of attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer, and firearm violations, along with separate state charges. Closing arguments are set for Tuesday, with jury deliberations to follow.