Jamie Joseph

Politics September 23

Trump golf club gunman found guilty after assassination attempt; tries to stab self in court

Jury reaches verdict in Ryan Routh trial for attempted assassination of Donald Trump at West Palm Beach golf club on September 15, 2024.

Politics September 22

Trump assassination attempt suspect Ryan Routh to defend himself as prosecution rests case

Ryan Routh will represent himself in his defense starting Monday after prosecutors presented surveillance footage and phone data in his assassination attempt trial.

Politics September 19

Prosecutors present final witness tying Ryan Routh to Trump's golf club and gun purchase

Ryan Routh left handwritten note confessing to assassination attempt on Donald Trump, FBI agent tells federal court in ongoing criminal trial.

Politics September 19

Prosecutors to rest case in Trump assassination attempt trial, defense preps witnesses

Ryan Routh represents himself as prosecutors prepare to rest case in West Palm Beach golf club shooting trial

Politics September 18

Explosives expert details devices as Trump attempted assassination trial nears close

Federal prosecutors present homemade device evidence and rifle testimony in Ryan Routh's trial for allegedly attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at his golf club.

Politics September 18

Prosecutors to wrap Trump assassination attempt case as defense readies witnesses

Ryan Routh's federal assassination attempt trial features key evidence including a 'Dear World' letter offering $150,000 bounty and testimony from former associates.

Donald Trump September 17

Gun seller tells Ryan Routh: 'I heard of you threatening people' in tense courtroom exchange

Key witness tells jurors Ryan Routh bought semiautomatic rifle for Trump assassination attempt, claiming he needed it because his son faced intimidation.

Politics September 17

Newsom says he kept in touch with Charlie Kirk since podcast, called him 'gracious'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom reveals he maintained contact with conservative activist Charlie Kirk after his podcast appearance in January.

Politics September 17

Liberal professors’ group backs faculty speech after Charlie Kirk assassination, silent on condemning attack

Multiple university educators face investigation or suspension for social media posts about Charlie Kirk's death as the AAUP calls for academic freedom protection.

Politics September 17

Gun seller takes stand in Trump assassination attempt trial with key testimony about rifle purchase

Federal prosecutors call new witnesses, including the alleged rifle seller, in Ryan Routh's assassination attempt trial against President Donald Trump in Florida.

Politics September 16

FBI phone extractions, DNA testimony headline Day 7 of Ryan Routh trial

Ryan Routh's assassination attempt trial continues with new digital forensic evidence that prosecutors say show anti-Trump messages and DNA results tying him to key items.

Donald Trump September 16

Trump assassination attempt trial continues with more FBI testimony after rifle called ‘prepared to fire’

Federal prosecutors are expected to continue presenting forensic evidence Tuesday in the case of Ryan Routh who is accused of plotting to kill President Donald Trump in 2024.

Politics September 15

Ryan Routh’s SUV looked ‘lived in,’ filled with passports, phones and notes, FBI special agent testifies

Trial for man charged with allegedly trying to assassinate Trump continues as FBI agent testifies cluttered SUV containing phones, notes about Mexico flight and a .45-caliber cartridge casing.

Politics September 15

Prosecution presses forward as Ryan Routh trial resumes on Day 6

Routh, representing himself, delivered a rambling opening last week cut short by the judge as prosecutors began laying out their case.

Politics September 14

From Zapruder to smartphones: Assassination footage reshapes America’s view of political violence

Presidential historian Tevi Troy explains how social media has transformed public consumption of political violence footage following Charlie Kirk's killing at Utah Valley University.

Politics September 12

Flashlight, rifle, backpacks: Prosecutors outline Ryan Routh’s alleged sniper setup

FBI agents testified in Ryan Routh's federal trial, presenting evidence they say link his clothing to the alleged sniper's nest at Trump International Golf Club.

Politics September 11

Secret Service agent details ‘textbook ambush,’ bizarre self-representation in Ryan Routh trial

Federal prosecutors say Ryan Routh came within seconds of assassinating Trump at his West Palm Beach golf course, as his trial opened with Secret Service agents' testimony Thursday.

Politics September 11

Pastor recalls last moments with Charlie Kirk: 'American martyr'

Pastor Jack Hibbs reflects on his close friendship with Charlie Kirk after the conservative leader's assassination at Utah Valley University during his campus tour.

Politics September 11

Ryan Routh trial begins after jury seated in Trump assassination attempt case

Federal prosecutors will present evidence against Ryan Routh, who allegedly targeted President Trump with an AK-style rifle in September 2024.

Politics September 10

Self-representation ‘almost always a mistake,’ expert warns as Trump trial begins

Ryan Routh's decision to defend himself in Trump golf course assassination attempt case creates unusual courtroom dynamics where judge "must protect defendant from himself."

Politics September 10

Jury selection still underway in Ryan Routh trial, more than 70 jurors removed

Federal court dismisses over 70 prospective jurors in Ryan Routh assassination attempt trial due to strong opinions about Trump and impartiality concerns.

Politics September 9

Trump’s immigration crackdown sparks bipartisan call for asylum fixes, protection for longtime migrants

Problem Solvers Caucus push for moderate immigration reform as President Donald Trump's mass deportation program is well underway.

Politics September 8

Ryan Routh trial: Jury selection begins in Trump assassination attempt case

Federal prosecutors say Ryan Routh spent weeks plotting to kill Trump, camping near his golf course with a rifle before being spotted by Secret Service in September 2024.

Colorado September 5

Colorado Democrats steer millions to Planned Parenthood as multimillion-dollar deficit looms

Colorado Democrats blamed President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Act for the state's deficit.

Politics September 4

RFK Jr. defends firing spree at CDC, vows ‘new blood’ at agency

Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends CDC firings during Senate hearing, citing poor COVID-19 response and promising new leadership at the agency.

Politics September 4

Trump health agenda sparks revolt: 3 West Coast governors form vaccine alliance

Democratic Governors Gavin Newsom, Tina Kotek and Bob Ferguson create health partnership following mass CDC staff dismissals and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine policy shifts.

Health September 3

Trump admin settles lawsuit, agrees to restore deleted DEI, gender health web pages

Medical groups sued the Trump administration over the removal of CDC health webpages, resulting in settlement to restore DEI and LGBTQ+ content.

Politics September 2

Red state argues trans bathroom case will be 'death knell' for left-wing agenda

South Carolina urges the Supreme Court to halt a federal appeals ruling allowing a transgender student to use boys’ restroom, citing the Skrmetti ruling.

Politics April 29

After Hurricane Helene, Virginia couple welcomes new home built by volunteers

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin joins an elderly couple who were survivors of Hurricane Helene as they attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their newly built home.

DOGE April 28

SCOOP: Dept of Energy says it saved $700M in Trump's first 100 days by cutting 'wasteful' programs

During Trump's first 100 days in office, the Energy Department has immediately saved taxpayers $700 million. It is projected that over time the cuts will amount to a total savings of $3 billion.