Ryan Routh Appeals Life Sentence for Trump Assassination Attempt

Routh had pushed for a lighter sentence in January, citing his decision to fire his previous defense attorneys and represent himself in court.

Ryan Routh was arrested on suspicion of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Sept. 15, 2024. Martin County Sheriff's Office via CNN

Ryan Routh, the man convicted last year of attempting to kill then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in 2024, is appealing his life sentence.

Routh’s attorney filed a brief notice on Feb. 13, indicating that he would appeal the final judgment and life sentence to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.