Attempted Trump assassin ordered packages using Bob Dole's name, new records show
Thomas Crooks attempted to assassinate Donald Trump at a campaign event in Pennsylvania in 2024. According to federal records, Crooks used a fake name—Bob Dole, to order packages while trying to hide his digital footprint. The FBI discovered this information as part of their investigation, with the U.S. Attorney General announcing the findings.
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2 developments- Sep 15Would-be Trump assassin Thomas Crooks used ‘Bob Dole’ pseudonym to stock up before Butler rally shooting
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3 viewpointsAttempted Trump assassin Thomas Crooks used ‘Bob Dole’ alias before anonymous donor paid for cremation: docs…
Attempted Trump assassin Thomas Crooks used 'Bob Dole' alias before anonymous donor paid for cremation: docs
Would-be Trump assassin Thomas Crooks used ‘Bob Dole’ pseudonym to stock up before Butler rally shooting