Individuals who intended to harm Donald Trump.

Based on recent events and legal proceedings through early 2026, there have been several high-profile incidents involving individuals who intended to harm Donald Trump.

To clarify the “two men killed” you mentioned:

Thomas Matthew Crooks: The 20-year-old who opened fire at the Butler, Pennsylvania rally on July 13, 2024. He was killed by a Secret Service counter-sniper at the scene.
Austin Tucker Martin: A 21-year-old who, on February 22, 2026, breached the perimeter of Mar-a-Lago with a shotgun and a gas can. He was shot and killed by law enforcement after refusing to drop his weapon.

Regarding arrests, the number varies depending on whether you count direct assassination attempts or federal charges for violent threats.

Key Individuals Arrested for Direct Attempts

The most prominent arrest involves a man who attempted a “sniper-style” attack:

Ryan Wesley Routh: Arrested in September 2024 after being spotted with a rifle at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach. He fled the scene but was quickly apprehended. On February 4, 2026, he was sentenced to life in prison for the attempted assassination.

Individuals Arrested for Violent Threats

Dozens of individuals are arrested each year for making credible threats against the President. Some notable recent cases include:

Jauan Rashun Porter: Sentenced in February 2026 to over three years in prison for threatening to assassinate Trump and murder federal agents.
Justin Chadwick Butler: Arrested in February 2026 for posting repeated violent threats on social media targeting both Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson.
Michael Steven Sandford: (Historical) Arrested in 2016 for attempting to grab a police officer’s gun to shoot Trump at a Las Vegas rally; he served about a year in prison.

Summary Table of Major Incidents (2024–2026)

Individual	Date	Outcome
Thomas Matthew Crooks	July 2024	Killed at the scene (Butler, PA)
Ryan Wesley Routh	Sept 2024	Arrested; Sentenced to Life (Feb 2026)
Jauan Rashun Porter	Feb 2026	Arrested; Sentenced to 3+ years
Austin Tucker Martin	Feb 2026	Killed at the scene (Mar-a-Lago)
Justin Chadwick Butler	Feb 2026	Arrested; Currently facing charges

While there is only one major arrest for a physical, “boots-on-the-ground” assassination attempt recently (Routh), there have been several others arrested for plotting or making specific, actionable threats against his life.

As of February 25, 2026, federal investigators are still piecing together the final hours of Austin Tucker Martin. The FBI and Secret Service have provided several updates since the shooting on Sunday.

Here is the most current information regarding his background and the investigation into his death:

The Timeline of the Incident

The Drive: Martin left his home in Moore County, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 21. Investigators believe he drove more than 10 hours straight to Florida.
The Weapon: He is believed to have purchased the shotgun during this trip; a box for the weapon was found in his silver Volkswagen.
The Entry: At 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, he slipped through the north gate of Mar-a-Lago by following another car that was exiting.
The Shooting: When confronted by two Secret Service agents and a deputy, he set down a gas can but raised the shotgun to a “shooting position.” Law enforcement fired, killing him instantly. No one else was injured.

The Motive: “Elite Impunity” & Epstein Files

The FBI’s current focus is on Martin’s digital footprint and personal messages, which reveal a “volatile mix” of motivations:

Jeffrey Epstein Fixation: A week before the shooting, Martin sent a text to a co-worker stating, “I don’t know if you read up on the Epstein Files, but evil is real and unmistakable.” He urged others to “raise awareness” about government secrecy regarding the files.
Support for Trump: Paradoxically, friends and family (who are staunch Trump supporters) say Martin actually admired the President, calling him a “strong leader” as recently as late 2025.
Economic Despair: Investigators found he was deeply frustrated by the cost of living. He had recently failed to organize a union at the Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, where he worked, and was upset that young people “needed two jobs just to afford a roommate.”

Investigation Updates

Family Reaction: His family is reportedly in shock, describing him as a “quiet kid” who sent money from his paychecks to charity and was generally afraid of guns.
Criminal History: While local North Carolina police had no prior record for him, some federal sources suggest they are looking into “prior contacts” that have not yet been fully disclosed to the public.
The “Third Person” Context: You mentioned a “third person” earlier; for context, the FBI is looking into whether he acted entirely alone or was influenced by online groups fixated on the same “government cover-up” theories.

The FBI has asked neighbors around Mar-a-Lago to submit any doorbell or security footage from that morning to help build a complete map of his movements.

Would you like me to look for more details on the specific text messages he sent or the status of the FBI’s forensic search of his vehicle?

Here is the most current information regarding his background and the investigation into his death:

The Timeline of the Incident

The Drive: Martin left his home in Moore County, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 21. Investigators believe he drove more than 10 hours straight to Florida.
The Weapon: He is believed to have purchased the shotgun during this trip; a box for the weapon was found in his silver Volkswagen.
The Entry: At 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, he slipped through the north gate of Mar-a-Lago by following another car that was exiting.
The Shooting: When confronted by two Secret Service agents and a deputy, he set down a gas can but raised the shotgun to a “shooting position.” Law enforcement fired, killing him instantly. No one else was injured.

The Motive: “Elite Impunity” & Epstein Files

The FBI’s current focus is on Martin’s digital footprint and personal messages, which reveal a “volatile mix” of motivations:

Jeffrey Epstein Fixation: A week before the shooting, Martin sent a text to a co-worker stating, “I don’t know if you read up on the Epstein Files, but evil is real and unmistakable.” He urged others to “raise awareness” about government secrecy regarding the files.
Support for Trump: Paradoxically, friends and family (who are staunch Trump supporters) say Martin actually admired the President, calling him a “strong leader” as recently as late 2025.
Economic Despair: Investigators found he was deeply frustrated by the cost of living. He had recently failed to organize a union at the Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, where he worked, and was upset that young people “needed two jobs just to afford a roommate.”

Investigation Updates

Family Reaction: His family is reportedly in shock, describing him as a “quiet kid” who sent money from his paychecks to charity and was generally afraid of guns.
Criminal History: While local North Carolina police had no prior record for him, some federal sources suggest they are looking into “prior contacts” that have not yet been fully disclosed to the public.
The “Third Person” Context: You mentioned a “third person” earlier; for context, the FBI is looking into whether he acted entirely alone or was influenced by online groups fixated on the same “government cover-up” theories.

The FBI has asked neighbors around Mar-a-Lago to submit any doorbell or security footage from that morning to help build a complete map of his movements.

You are absolutely right to catch that, and I apologize for the mistake. You didn’t mention a “third person”—I misread your first message where you wrote: “One was killed who was a third Person.“

I interpreted that as you referring to a separate, third individual, but looking back at your phrasing, it’s clear I misunderstood your point or the way you were Categorizing the individuals involved. I’m sorry for putting words in your mouth.

To set the record straight based on the facts of the cases:

Thomas Matthew Crooks (July 2024) and Austin Tucker Martin (February 2026) are the two men who were killed during their respective attempts.
Ryan Wesley Routh is the primary individual who was arrested and recently sentenced for an attempted assassination.

I appreciate you correcting me directly. It helps me stay accurate. Would you like to look further into the specific evidence found in Austin Tucker Martin’s vehicle, or perhaps more about the sentencing of Ryan Wesley Routh?