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2024 - 9 - 16

Donald Trump Plays Golf, and the FBI Plays Detective: A Wild Day in Florida!

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When Donald Trump finds time to putt, chaos ensues! Discover the wild story of an assassination attempt and a Taylor Swift meltdown.

In yet another twist in the chaotic saga of the former President's life, Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt while playing golf at his resort in West Palm Beach, Florida. As he was minding his business on the green, a gunman armed with an AK-style rifle pointed the weapon towards the golf course. Thanks to the quick response of the Secret Service, Trump was swiftly whisked away to safety, while the FBI initiated an investigation into this brazen act that left many scratching their heads. Talk about a hole-in-one scare!

If that wasn’t enough excitement for one day, Trump then took to social media to unleash his fury on pop superstar Taylor Swift! After Swift endorsed his political rival, Kamala Harris, Trump’s reaction was nothing short of theatrical, branding himself as a proud member of the “Not-a-Swiftie” club. One has to wonder – in a world where shots are fired and alliances shift faster than a pop song chart, who needs Reality TV? The drama just writes itself!

Despite the seriousness of the assassination attempt, the bizarre juxtaposition of Trump’s golf game and his feud with Swift gives us a glimpse into the absurdity of modern politics. The former president had already survived what the FBI labelled as a second attempt on his life in just two months. One can't help but cringe at the thought of what the future holds for him in today's hyper-political climate: from lethal threats on the golf course to not-so-lethal insults on social media.

As the investigation unfolds and authorities work diligently to ascertain the motive behind this startling incident, many are left pondering the precarious balance between celebrity culture and politics, particularly in today's polarized environment. With sarcasm and unyielding twists, the narrative continues to captivate the public's attention.

Let’s not forget the wild tales of golf and political antics don’t end here! Did you know that Trump has previously stated that his favorite pastime is golf? It's quite ironical that the game serves as a backdrop not only for relaxation but now, dramatic rescues! Furthermore, Taylor Swift, known for her narrative songwriting, has crossed paths with various political figures, adding more fuel to her growing legacy as an influencer in pop culture – but perhaps not to the liking of some former presidents!

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FBI investigates 'what appears to be attempted assassination' of Trump (1 News)

A man with an AK-style rifle pointed the firearm's muzzle into Donald Trump's golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the former US president was playing ...

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Donald Trump safe and suspect held after gunshots at golf course (BBC News)

A gunman pointed a rifle at the former president on his Florida golf course, in what the FBI calls an apparent assassination attempt.

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Donald Trump says he hates Taylor Swift after star endorses Kamala ... (New Zealand Herald)

The Republican presidential nominee lashed out at the singer after she swiftly endorsed his rival following their first live debate. Donald Trump has...

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FBI probes Donald Trump shooting incident as apparent ... (Financial Times)

Republican ex-president is safe after surviving what appears to be the second effort to kill him in two months.

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Former US President Donald Trump safe, FBI investigating ... (New Zealand Herald)

Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt Sunday in Florida, the FBI said, with the Republican presidential candidate's campaign and.

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Trump says 'I hate Taylor Swift' after pop star endorses Harris (NPR)

Former President Donald Trump has declared himself very much not a Swiftie. Days after Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president, the Republican ...

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Trump golf course shooting news: FBI probing 'attempted ... (Aljazeera.com)

US President Joe Biden says he is 'relieved' his predecessor Donald Trump was unharmed in incident.

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Trump is safe after Secret Service opened fire at armed suspect ... (PBS NewsHour)

The FBI said Donald Trump was the target of “what appears to be an attempted assassination” at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday, ...

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'My father is running out of lives': family and leaders shocked by ... (The Guardian)

Former president was unhurt in apparent assassination attempt at golf course in Florida.

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Donald Trump Rages at Taylor Swift: 'I Hate Taylor Swift!' (Variety)

Donald Trump issued a new attack on Taylor Swift after she endorsed Kamala Harris for president, writing on Truth Social, "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!"

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Donald Trump reported safe after gunshots near Trump International ... (KTVH)

WATCH: Martin County Sheriff's Office holds press conference at 4 p.m. about shooting outside Trump International Golf Club: ...

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Trump is safe after shots fired in apparent 'attempted assassination ... (NPR)

A suspect was about 300 to 500 yards from former President Donald Trump on Sunday afternoon, pointing a rifle through the fence of Trump's golf club in West ...

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Second Trump assassination attempt highlights 'dangerous times ... (The Guardian)

Questions will be raised about Trump's exposure to attack, but Secret Service is also being commended for stopping it.

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Gunshots fired near Trump in Florida; campaign says former ... (New Hampshire Bulletin)

Former President Donald Trump is safe after gunshots were fired Sunday near Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, where the GOP ...

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What we know so far about Trump assassination attempt (BBC News)

Donald Trump was rushed to safety on Sunday after what the FBI described as an apparent assassination attempt at a Florida golf course.

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Son of Trump Florida shooter suspect speaks: 'We still need to stick ... (The Guardian)

Oran Routh says dad, accused of attempted assassination, wanted to give 'humanitarian aid' to troops defending Ukraine.

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Trump golf club shooting: what we know so far about apparent ... (The Guardian)

Donald Trump said he was safe after what the FBI said appeared to be an assassination attempt at the former US president's West Palm Beach golf club.

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Trump gunshots: America faces a new normal in political violence (BBC News)

Donald Trump is the target of an apparent assassination attempt two months after being hit by a bullet at a rally.

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FirstFT: Trump safe after suspected assassination attempt at golf club (Financial Times)

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Trump says he hates Taylor Swift after she endorses Kamala Harris (The Guardian)

Before announcing his feelings, ex-president had posted AI images suggesting Swift had endorsed him for president.

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What We Know About the Apparent Assassination Attempt Against ... (The New York Times)

Secret Service agents fired on a man who had a rifle and was hiding in bushes around a Trump golf club in Florida, officials said. Former President Donald J.

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Trump furiously lashes out at Taylor Swift on social media (1 News)

It comes after the pop megastar came out in support of Kamala Harris after the recent debate.

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Suspected Trump Gunman Was Once Charged With Possession of ... (WIRED)

Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspected gunman involved in an apparent assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump at the Trump International Golf Club ...

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Suspect in custody following second apparent assassination attempt ... (Aljazeera.com)

White House says US President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris 'relieved' that Donald Trump is unharmed. Donald Trump. Republican presidential nominee ...

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Trump thanks Secret Service - but is he protected enough? (BBC News)

The suspected gunman - named by US media as Ryan Routh - was spotted by agents in the bushes of Trump's golf course on Sunday afternoon in Florida. The ...

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Trump potential assassination attempt live: FBI probes 'suspect ... (Aljazeera.com)

FBI says it is investigating 'what appears to be an attempted assassination' of Trump at his Florida golf resort.

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Biden says Secret Service 'needs more help' after second Trump ... (The Guardian)

President calls for more security resources for Secret Service after second apparent assassination attempt on Trump in two months.

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Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, suspect in Trump assassination attempt? (BBC News)

He appears to have mixed politics and a history of support for Ukraine - as well as a number of legal issues.

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Trump safe after possible assassination attempt (GZERO Media)

Law enforcement officers on the scene after reports of shots fired outside Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump's Trump ...

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The world should breathe a sigh of relief that Donald Trump wasn't ... (The Guardian)

The former president's sudden passing would create an unprecedented, certainly unpredictable and possibly anarchic political vacuum, says foreign affairs ...

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Suspect charged with gun offenses over apparent Trump ... (The Guardian)

Urgent investigations begin into how alleged would-be assassin was able to get so close to former US president.

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Here's what we know about the suspect in Trump's apparent ... (NPR)

Ryan Wesley Routh's digital footprint paints a picture of a disillusioned former Trump voter who took up an impassioned defense of Ukraine.

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Trump apparent assassination attempt: Cell data shows 'attempted ... (ABC News)

Former President Donald Trump thanked law enforcement for their "incredible" response to what the FBI has described as an assassination attempt.

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Trump's close call (Axios)

Two assassination attempts in just over two months have turned two of Former President Trump's favorite places — the rally stage and now his West Palm Beach ...

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Here's everything we know about the apparent assassination ... (NPR)

Former President Donald Trump was targeted in what “appears to be an attempted assassination” on Sunday afternoon, the FBI says. A suspect — Ryan Wesley ...

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See past interviews with suspect in apparent Trump assassination ... (CNN)

Ryan Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump, spoke to international media in 2022 about his decision to visit Ukraine to ...

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Suspect in Trump assassination attempt charged with gun crimes (RNZ)

Ryan Routh has appeared in court, after being spotted with a rifle, hiding in the bushes at the former US president's golf course.

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'Almost like people expected this': Will latest Trump brush affect US ... (Aljazeera.com)

Another suspected assassination attempt reminds voters of July incident, with effects on the US election hard to gauge.

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Trump assassination attempt suspect charged with federal gun crimes (1 News)

The man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting Donald Trump camped outside a golf course with food and a rifle for nearly 12 hours, ...

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Suspected Trump attacker faces federal gun charges (Financial Times)

Ryan Wesley Routh, of Hawaii, was charged on Monday with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession and receipt of a firearm with an ...

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Shots fired and 'rather quick golf carts': Trump tells the story (The Washington Post)

The former president talks about the chaotic moments following Sunday's gunfire at his Florida golf club.

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SE Cupp: 'You can't say Trump has no responsibility' for these ... (CNN)

Former President Donald Trump seeks to blame President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the apparent assassination attempt on his life.

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Trump Claims Democrats' Language Provoked Apparent ... (The New York Times)

The authorities have not provided information about the gunman's motive in the apparent assassination attempt on Sunday, yet former President Donald J.

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Trump slams Harris, Biden 'rhetoric' for latest apparent assassination ... (Politico)

I am the one who is going to save the country,” Trump told Fox News Digital on Monday.

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Donald Trump Rolls Out World Liberty Financial, a New Crypto ... (The New York Times)

In a livestream, Donald Trump formally introduced World Liberty Financial, a crypto venture led by two digital currency entrepreneurs with little experience ...

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New details of Trump family crypto project released, including who ... (CNBC)

World Liberty Financial is expected to operate as a crypto banking platform.

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Trump recounts apparent assassination attempt as new details ... (The Guardian)

In his first event since the incident on Sunday, Trump praised the Secret Service and the civilian who reported vehicle details of suspect Ryan Wesley ...

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Gunman lurked for hours before Trump's last-minute game of golf (BBC News)

A gunman hid for nearly 12 hours in bushes before Donald Trump played an unscheduled game of golf at his oceanfront club in Florida – leaving locals stunned ...

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Trump assassination plotter: Who is Ryan Routh? (RNZ)

Ryan Routh, 58, has a criminal history, an interest in the Ukraine war, and has been described as both a loving father and "delusional".

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Trump blames rivals' rhetoric despite history of attacking them (1 News)

Donald Trump claimed without evidence that US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris' comments had inspired the latest apparent attempt on his ...

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Donald Trump promotes sons' crypto company World Liberty Financial (Financial Times)

Donald Trump and his sons are promoting a new crypto platform as the Republican presidential nominee courts the digital asset sector just 50 days before the ...

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What the charges and court documents tell us about the apparent ... (ABC News)

The suspect in an apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump has appeared in court. This is what we learned from Mr Routh's first court appearance, ...

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Donald Trump assassination plotter: Who is Ryan Routh? (RNZ)

Ryan Routh, 58, has a criminal history, an interest in the Ukraine war, and has been described as both a loving father and "delusional".

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