Assassination attempt of Trump in PA

[Deadstick]

In defense of the local police: Butler is a bumpkin town. It’s like giving Barney Fife operational control.

That's why i smell a rat but we shall see, why on earth wouldn't the whole area be screened by official security before such an event?

 

[surada]

I have the posts here bud. Screenshots

They were pretty nasty about the attack on Mr Pelosi with insinuations about his sexuality.

 

[j-mac]

i was caught off guard by yesterday's assassination attempt on Donald J. Trump
i'm very happy he survived, and that the shooter is now dead.

i really hope the shooter's social media and online activities give us clues as to the 'why' and 'how'.
i also hope former President Trump does not give up his political campaign.
i honestly think he's the best guy for the job.

Thomas Matthew Crooks is the identified shooter. While the investigation is ongoing, what we know from public records so far, is that this kid registered to vote as a Republican, but three years ago at 17YO, he donated to ActBlue. So, was the voter registration a ruse to vote in the primary? Don't know....

 

[citygator]

Thomas Matthew Crooks is the identified shooter. While the investigation is ongoing, what we know from public records so far, is that this kid registered to vote as a Republican, but three years ago at 17YO, he donated to ActBlue. So, was the voter registration a ruse to vote in the primary? Don't know....

And we know he was a gun enthusiast.

"Demolition Ranch" owner responds to Thomas Matthew Crooks shooting Trump

Authorities noted that Crooks was wearing a T-shirt from Demolition Ranch, a YouTube channel known for its firearms and demolition content. The channel, hosted by Matt Carriker, boasts millions of subscribers and features videos that explore the capabilities of various firearms and explosive devices.

 

[Carl in Michigan]

Thomas Matthew Crooks

 

[Carl in Michigan]

Thomas Matthew Crooks, registered republican according to FOX news.

He's NOT a Republican

When Crooks was 17 he made a $15 donation to ActBlue, a political action committee that raises money for left-leaning and Democratic politicians, according to a 2021 Federal Election Commission filing. The donation was earmarked for the Progressive Turnout Project, a national group that rallies Democrats to vote. The groups did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/heres-what-we-know-about-thomas-matthew-crooks-suspected-trump-rally-shooter-2024-07-14/

 

[surada]

Thomas Matthew Crooks is the identified shooter. While the investigation is ongoing, what we know from public records so far, is that this kid registered to vote as a Republican, but three years ago at 17YO, he donated to ActBlue. So, was the voter registration a ruse to vote in the primary? Don't know....

His father is also Matthew.

Trump rally shooter Thomas Crooks: Neighbors, classmates, employer speak

The FBI identified the shooter as a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. His employer says he passed a background check for his job.

www.usatoday.com

Crooks' home address is listed in Bethel Park, a suburb in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, voter records show. That three-bedroom brick house has been owned since 1998 by Matthew and Mary Crooks, who appear to be his parents. Telephone calls to the couple were not returned overnight.

A Thomas Crooks graduated two years ago from Bethel Park High School, according to an online video of the ceremony, and was included in a 2022 local news article about recipients of a National Math & Science Initiative Star Award at the public high school, which enrolls about 1,300 students

 

[j-mac]

What is Crooks' background?​

Crooks is registered to vote as a Republican in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, according to county voter records. His voter registration status has been active since 2021.

Trump rally shooter Thomas Crooks: Neighbors, classmates, employer speak

The FBI identified the shooter as a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. His employer says he passed a background check for his job.

www.usatoday.com

I notice USAToday left out his donation to ActBlue, as reported by Reuters.

 

[Carl in Michigan]

I notice USAToday left out his donation to ActBlue, as reported by Reuters.

Leftists can't hide from the fact that their hateful rhetoric created this dead young man's skull full of mush

 

[Litwin]

The assassin got several shots away before the sniper killed him. At least three other people were hit, one dead, 2 others in grave condition in the hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a developing story, obviously more information will come out hour by hour. The assassin did not fall off the roof. There are several pictures of him laying dead on the roof. And I am 100% sure Moscow FSB was behind ....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/russia-foreign-policy-us-weaken/

 

[Deadstick]

Anyone hear what weapon was used, i hope it's not another bullshit story like the Kennedy killing where they said Oswald used a mail order Italian Carbine

 

[wamose]

I wonder if Hunter Biden has better SS protection than Trump?

 

[Deadstick]

The assassin got several shots away before the sniper killed him. At least three other people were hit, one dead, 2 others in grave condition in the hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a developing story, obviously more information will come out hour by hour. The assassin did not fall off the roof. There are several pictures of him laying dead on the roof. And I am 100% sureMoscow FSB was behind ....

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/russia-foreign-policy-us-weaken/

You complete arsehole, wondered how long it would be before some brain dead prick blamed Putin, you need to see a trick cyclist.

 

[j-mac]

His father is also Matthew.

Trump rally shooter Thomas Crooks: Neighbors, classmates, employer speak

The FBI identified the shooter as a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. His employer says he passed a background check for his job.

www.usatoday.com

Crooks' home address is listed in Bethel Park, a suburb in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, voter records show. That three-bedroom brick house has been owned since 1998 by Matthew and Mary Crooks, who appear to be his parents. Telephone calls to the couple were not returned overnight.

A Thomas Crooks graduated two years ago from Bethel Park High School, according to an online video of the ceremony, and was included in a 2022 local news article about recipients of a National Math & Science Initiative Star Award at the public high school, which enrolls about 1,300 students

Yeah, got all that…this progressive kid, possibly sparked by months of leftist news and commentary, took action, and at this point, my gut says progressive dems are to blame.

 

[j-mac]

Thomas Matthew Crooks

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Slack jawed progressive…Probably identifies as “non-binary”

 

[Litwin]

wondered how long it would....

remember this ivan lover

 

[pknopp]

Saw on the news that allegedly, SS worked with local law enforcement ahead of time and the local police, had the 'right outside venue' perimeter coverage.

Sure but there had to be a SS officer that is over the whole thing.

Anyone could have seen that you don't let anyone on that roof.

So there was SS, FBI and the local police there and they were all oblivious of this.

Sheer incompetence.

 

[pknopp]

He's NOT a Republican

When Crooks was 17 he made a $15 donation to ActBlue, a political action committee that raises money for left-leaning and Democratic politicians, according to a 2021 Federal Election Commission filing. The donation was earmarked for the Progressive Turnout Project, a national group that rallies Democrats to vote. The groups did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/heres-what-we-know-about-thomas-matthew-crooks-suspected-trump-rally-shooter-2024-07-14/

Whether or not you think he actually supported Republicans or not, it appears he was a Republican.

 

[Mac-7]

Why if I didn't know better I'd say U were insinuating a little cloak & dagger activity was going on!

I will sharpen the point for those who are wondering

I am not accusing biden or his handlers of collusion with she shooter

I’m confident the shooter was a lone wolf

But clearly the biden flunkies failed to give trump enough security and the death and injuries yesterday can be blamed on the Biden white house

 

[Jarlaxle]

They gotta harass his Parents , siblings And family and Really go after his Teachers & profs who indoctrinated him

You belong in prison.

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That should be a Pulitzer

This was a set up. Here's another citizen who tried to warn authorities about the shooter.

Incompetence.

i dunno. seems like a contrail of a plane to me dude.
and i'm pretty sure bullets fly too fast for regular cameras to display.

Certainly not. Robert Petersen was doing it 60+ years ago.

/---/ As an amateur photographer, I can say most DSLRs can capture a bullet in flight.
In terms of shutter speed, try 1/250 to 1/4000 and f/11 – f/16 aperture.
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