In a case that has captured national attention, Ryan Routh has become the central figure in a plot involving attempted assassination and international smuggling.
According to the Daily Mail, Newly released court documents have revealed that Routh communicated with a human trafficker and pursued military-grade weapons as part of his plan to assassinate Donald Trump and flee the country.
Routh is accused of attempting to assassinate the former president, with prosecutors uncovering text messages that point to a broader escape strategy. The Department of Justice has presented evidence of his communications with an individual known as 'Ramiro,' believed to be a human smuggler, to support claims of his intent.
According to court documents, Routh reached out to Ramiro last year regarding a plan to bring a family from Afghanistan into the United States through Mexico. This communication has been linked to a larger scheme to flee the country after an alleged attack on Trump.
The DOJ released these messages as they countered a defense motion to exclude them from evidence. The texts reveal Routh's efforts to secure safe passage for the Afghan family, who possessed Brazilian visas and intended to seek asylum upon arrival in Texas.
Routh expressed discontent with the smuggling fee Ramiro proposed, highlighting the humanitarian intent behind helping the family. Despite this, prosecutors maintain that his interactions with the smuggler point to an ulterior motive, namely his own escape from justice.
Further complicating the case, documents reveal Routh explored purchasing military weapons through encrypted messaging. Sources say he requested advanced armaments, including rocket launchers, under the guise of assisting Ukraine.
Ryan Routh in his message: "Send me an RPG [rocket propelled grenade] or stinger, and I will see what I can do. [Trump] is not good for Ukraine." He added, referring to Trump's frequent travel, "Trump's plane, he gets on and off daily."
Prosecutors have used these messages to bolster their claims of an assassination plan, arguing that they represent more than mere bravado. To further this narrative, Routh allegedly aimed a rifle at Trump during a West Palm Beach golf outing, an act interrupted by the Secret Service.
The defense has pushed back against the prosecution's narrative, arguing that Routh's conversations with Ramiro are unrelated to the alleged assassination attempt. They claim these interactions purely concern the humanitarian aspects of aiding the Afghan family.
Despite the defense's assertions, the evidence of weapons acquisition plots weighs heavily in the court's deliberations. Routh's attempt to procure a rocket launcher from Ukraine raises questions about his motivations and affiliations.
The case moves towards trial, set to commence on September 8, 2025. As the legal battle unfolds, the implications of Routh's text messages and weapons pursuits remain at the core of the debate over his intentions and capabilities.
The developments underscore a complex legal landscape facing Ryan Routh, now painted in a narrative of assassination and international intrigue. As the trial date approaches, both sides prepare to argue the significance and context of his actions and communications.
