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El Paso Man Charged in Trump Assassination Attempt Reveals Troubling Online Shift

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Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from El Paso, faces charges for attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. Investigators discovered that Allen's social media activity transitioned from gaming content to extreme political views, including comparisons of Trump to Hitler and calls for gun ownership. His posts, which have been archived, indicate a growing animosity towards Trump and his administration, culminating in a detailed plan to target officials. Allen's arrest has shocked those who knew him, as he was a part-time tutor with seemingly no prior indications of violent behavior. He is scheduled for a detention hearing on Thursday.

Key Details: • Cole Tomas Allen, 31, charged with attempted assassination of Trump. • Social media posts shifted from video games to political extremism. • Allen's next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday. • Investigators are examining potential connections to left-wing groups.

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