Former President Donald J. Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the F.B.I. as part of its investigation into the motives of the attempted assassination against him during a campaign rally.
F.B.I. Investigation Details
F.B.I. officials revealed that the bullet or fragment of one caused a minor injury to Mr. Trump’s ear. The bureau provided insights into the gunman, Thomas Crooks, and his concealed online weapon purchases and research on other assassination attempts.
Missed Opportunity to Stop the Gunman
F.B.I. discussed a missed opportunity where a local law enforcement officer failed to apprehend Mr. Crooks before the shooting incident occurred.
Focus of the Investigation
The investigation primarily aims to determine if the gunman acted out of political animus or was part of a larger conspiracy. The F.B.I. emphasized that Mr. Crooks appeared to be a loner with minimal social interactions.
Combatting Conspiracy Theories
F.B.I. officials shared investigative details to counter conspiracy theories and misinformation related to the assassination attempt. The investigation remains ongoing.
