Assassination Attempt Insights
Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024, had performed a detailed search for the names and addresses of prominent figures, including Congressman James Comer, King Charles, and former FBI Director Christopher Wray.
Comer revealed that Capitol Police informed him three days post-attack about finding his personal information through Crooks’ extensive online searches. He stated that both King Charles and Wray were also frequently looked up by Crooks.
After Crooks was shot and killed by a Secret Service sniper, authorities tipped off Comer, who learned from the FBI that his name was found on Crooks’ device. “When I asked if other congressional members were searched, he said no,” Comer recounted. “They confirmed that he had thoroughly searched for King Charles, Christopher Wray, and myself.”
No Follow-Up from Authorities
Strangely, Comer never received any further communication from Capitol Police or the FBI. “It’s odd that they reached out initially and then dropped off entirely,” he expressed. “There hasn’t been any support or advice since that serious call.”
These details mark a troubling pattern regarding Crooks, whose background is still being investigated. Once a high-achieving math student, he seemingly spiraled into a troubling state, evidenced by odd behaviors noted by his father.
Recently, a source disclosed parts of Crooks’ extremist online presence across numerous platforms, revealing allegations that critical information, including aspects of his autopsy and toxicology results, were missing. Notably, marijuana wasn’t tested despite other substances being checked.
Capitol Police didn’t respond to inquiries about the extensive online searches mentioned by Comer. Former Capitol Police Chief Steve Sund remarked that during his tenure, he wasn’t alerted about potential threats against Comer or others from Crooks’ searches. He further pointed out that threats linked to well-known figures should have triggered alarms to protect members of Congress and their families.
In 2019, during a “pro-Trump” phase, Crooks made violent comments online targeting Democrats. Some statements explicitly suggested extreme violence against members of Congress. However, his tone shifted to anti-Trump rhetoric by early 2020, before he disappeared from social media.
Threat Alerts and Oversight
Sund indicated that statements involving serious terms, especially violent ones regarding notable Congress members, should have warranted more scrutiny. He criticized the lack of follow-up by authorities after Crooks’ death, emphasizing good police work involves keeping affected individuals informed.
Dr. Ken Finn, focusing on Crooks’ toxicology report, noted alarming levels of heavy metals that he attributed to chronic cannabis use. He criticized the coroner for not pursuing further tests on Crooks’ samples, indicating a potentially significant oversight regarding cannabis use and its implications for mental state and behavior.
Despite various calls for clarity, the FBI has maintained silence on new findings, sticking to previously released information. Relatives of those affected continue to seek answers, feeling left in the dark by official channels.
As the investigation continues, lingering questions surround the motivations and background of Crooks, especially concerning the connections between his online activities, mental health, and the tragic incident.
