In a chilling incident on Sunday, a potential assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was thwarted at his golf course in Florida. The assailant, identified as 58-year-old Ryan Ruth from Hawaii, was apprehended by the Secret Service before he could fire a shot. Armed with an AK-47 rifle equipped with a scope and carrying a GoPro camera, Ruth was reportedly only 300 to 500 yards away from Trump when he was spotted hiding in the bushes. The Secret Service engaged Ruth, who fled the scene after dropping his weapon, but he was later captured on a nearby highway.

The attempt has cast a shadow over the upcoming presidential election, raising serious concerns about the safety of candidates in a politically charged climate. With less than 50 days until the election, questions are swirling about the adequacy of security measures for high-profile figures. In the wake of the incident, Trump issued a statement affirming his safety, while both President Biden and Vice President Harris were briefed on the matter. The threat level remains high, prompting the Secret Service to bolster its security operations.