Attorneys for Ryan Wesley Routh, the man accused of trying to assassinate former President Trump in September, filed a motion requesting that U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon recuse herself from the case, because she was appointed by Trump.
Routh’s legal team filed the motion on Thursday, citing “the unique facts and circumstances of this case,” and concerns that Judge Cannon will not have “the appearance of impartiality,” due to having been appointed by President Trump.
“Mr. Routh stands accused of attempting to assassinate Donald J. Trump. He faces up to life in prison,” the motion stated. “This case has already attracted significant media attention. It will continue to do so, and this Court’s rulings are likely to face intense public scrutiny.”
Routh’s attorneys go on to say that while they presume the Court will “preside over this case…
