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FBI Director Kash Patel Reports No Evidence of Communication by Trump Shooter Thomas Crooks Beyond Parents

FBI Director Kash Patel reported that investigators found no evidence that Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate President Trump, communicated with anyone other than his parents. This information was shared during a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing, where Patel discussed the findings from reviewing 27 devices belonging to Crooks. The incident, which occurred during a Trump rally in July 2024, resulted in one death and several injuries.

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FBI Director Kash Patel reported that investigators found no evidence that Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate President Trump, communicated with anyone other than his parents. This information was shared during a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing, where Patel discussed the findings from reviewing 27 devices belonging to Crooks. The incident, which occurred during a Trump rally in July 2024, resulted in one death and several injuries.

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Kash Patel says ‘no evidence’ Trump shooter Thomas Crooks spoke to anyone but his parents

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FBI Director Kash Patel Reports No Evidence of Communication by Trump Shooter Thomas Crooks Beyond Parents