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Investigator says alleged Trump assassin driven by depression
Filed: Apr 28, 2026 at 8:02 AM ET
Summary: A former FBI agent says Cole Allen’s alleged actions were driven by depression, not a psychotic break.
WHO: Former FBI agent
WHAT: Says Cole Allen was driven by depression rather than a psychotic break in the alleged attempt involving a Secret Service checkpoint.
WHEN: Apr 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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