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Thomas Crooks attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. He killed one rally-goer and seriously injured two others, as well as Trump.

Crooks’ digital activity shows a shift from far-right rhetoric to mocking Trump and discussing political violence.

FBI Director Kash Patel has commented on what we know about the case at this point.

The FBI has released new information on Thomas Crooks, the 20-year-old who fired shots at President Donald Trump during a political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last summer.

On July 13, 2024, Crooks fired eight rounds from an AR-15-style assault rifle from a roof overlooking the rally. The shots were directed at then-presidential candidate Trump. He suffered a wound to his ear, while volunteer firefighter

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