Jonathan Turley on Would-Be Trump Assassin Case and Congressional Censure

Ryan Routh Case Analysis

• 🎯 Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin apprehended at Trump National Golf Course, appeared in federal court.
• 💡 Jonathan Turley notes the defense has been slow to present evidence and has not indicated an insanity defense, which would be difficult to argue given Routh's actions.
• ⚠️ Routh's planning, presence at the scene, and attempt to flee suggest an awareness of wrongdoing, undermining an insanity plea.
• ⚖️ Charges related to weapon possession and assaulting a Secret Service agent are described as straightforward, leaving little room for defense.

Evidence and Transparency

• 🔍 President Trump commented on the extensive evidence seized by the FBI, including 18 phones, 5 storage discs, 3 computers, and 3 tablets.
• 🗣️ Trump expressed willingness to release a report on the assassination attempts, highlighting his administration's approach to transparency.
• 🇺🇸 Turley contrasts this with past administrations, suggesting Trump offers more direct access and transparency.

International Ties and Concerns

• 🌍 The Routh case is distinguished from past presidential assassination attempts due to potential international ties.
• 🚩 Routh's past presence in Ukraine and writings about Trump being killed by Iran raise flags for U.S. intelligence agencies.
• 🧠 This global awareness and identity make the case more concerning than a delusion-driven act, like Hinkley's attempt on Reagan.

Censure of Congressman Al Green

• 🎤 The discussion shifts to the censure of Congressman Al Green, highlighting a disruption in the House where Democrats sang 'We Shall Overcome' in the well.
• 📉 Turley criticizes the disconnect between public opinion (80% opposing Green's actions) and the low percentage of Democrats who voted for the censure (5%).
• 🏛️ He expresses concern over the House becoming a parody, with the party being directed by its most extreme elements, leading to a loss of institutional reverence.