Crooks donated to the Dems, he lived in a Red County and did what many do, registered as a Republican in such a County, likely for primary voting reasons. But gave to Dems.
Routh also donated to Dems.
But, starting in 2019, Routh began making modest donations — totaling about $140 — to support Democrats
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So, Routh has a mixed political history. What we do know is that he has not been a registered member of a political party since 2002.
Rumors about Ryan Wesley Routh, who staked out Trump International Golf Club in Florida on Sept. 15, have been flying on social media. Some claim he "is a registered democrat." Others claim he "is a Republican." Routh was once registered as a Democrat, but said he voted for Donald Trump in 2016...
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