Trial begins in US for man accused of Trump assassination attempt | Donald Trump News

Ryan Routh represents himself in court as he faces five charges, including an attempt to assassinate President Donald Trump.

The criminal trial for a man suspected of trying to assassinate United States President Donald Trump last year has started, coming at a time of heightened alarm over political violence in the US.

The trial began with opening statements on Thursday as the defendant, 59-year-old Ryan Routh,…