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Investigation into Donald Trump assassination attempt

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Newly released FBI documents and interview summaries provided to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley have revealed further details regarding Thomas Matthew Crooks, the individual who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024. Investigations into Crooks’ background describe him as a highly intelligent but emotionally withdrawn individual. His father, Matthew Crooks, told investigators that his son was exceptionally stoic from birth, stating, “When Thomas was born he did not scream and he was always quiet from that point on.” ~~The~~ While Crooks scored near-perfect on the SAT, records note behavioral shifts during his schooling, including suspected ~~ADHD~~ ADHD, talking to himself, and an increasing obsession with ~~firearms.~~ firearms and long-range shooting. Technical details from the investigation show that Crooks utilized digital privacy tools, such as the BraveNet browser and Cyber Ghost VPN, ~~and~~ to protect his online activity. He also used the pseudonym ‘Bob Dole’ to purchase rifle parts and tools ~~online.~~ online via Amazon. Additionally, lawmakers have raised questions regarding the rapid cremation of Crooks, which was reportedly paid for by an anonymous donor approximately ten days after the shooting. Representative Clay Higgins has questioned the timing of the FBI’s release of the body to the ~~family.~~ family, expressing concern that the quick disposal of remains could hinder investigations. Records suggest the family may have lacked the financial means for funeral costs, noting that his father was unemployed and his mother was on leave from work at the time.

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