FBI says gunman saw rally as target of opportunity WSOC TV [Video]

More information is being uncovered surrounding the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump, but one thing that remains unclear is the motive why Thomas Crooks opened fire during a political rally that left Trump wounded.

A senior FBI official said on Wednesday that Thomas Crooks searched for several events and targets before he decided on the Butler, Pennsylvania, The Associated Press reported.

Kevin Rojek, FBI special agent in charge of the Pittsburgh field office, said the shooting on July 13 was a “target of opportunity.”

The FBI said the gunman did internet searches for “Where will Trump speak from at Butler Farm Show?” “Butler Farm Show podium” and “Butler Farm Show photos.”

Crooks also looked for information on both the Republican National Convention and the Democratic National Convention before settling on the rally held at the Butler Farm Show, NBC News reported.

He searched for campaign events not only for Trump, but also for President …