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The FBI has revealed that the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump was looking for a member of the royal family in the days leading up to the incident.
Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, was killed after opening fire on the former president Saturday at a rally in Pennsylvania.
His electronic devices were later seized and it was revealed that he had Googled several public figures before the incident, including FBI Director Christopher Wray.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ended a 64-year royal tradition by giving their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, new surnames.
The change was reflected on a new version of their website, updated this week, which states that the children’s surname is Sussex, not Mountbatten-Windsor.
“This reflects the fact that the family has, since the king’s coronation, the same surname for the first time,” a source said. The temperature.
It ends a 64-year tradition introduced by Queen Elizabeth, which saw her male descendants and those of Prince Philip take the name.
Trump’s shooter investigated royal family member, FBI reveals
Other public figures sought on Crooks’s devices include FBI Director Christopher Wray and Attorney General Merrick Garland.
He also had photographs of Trump and President Biden and kept records of Trump’s planned appearances at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Crooks was killed after opening fire on the former president during Saturday’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 09:04
Four in Ten Americans Against Prince Harry’s Reward
The Duke of Sussex, 39, was recently awarded the honour for his work with the Invictus Games, despite an intense backlash to his reception, which saw tens of thousands of people sign a petition against it.
The late Mr. Tillman’s mother, Mary, also disagreed with the choice and said she did not understand why the veterans award was given to such a “controversial and divisive” individual.
But a new poll by Redfield and Wilton found that only 21 percent of Americans supported Harry receiving the award, while 41 percent said they “didn’t know” what they thought about it.
This left just 38 percent of the 1,500 people surveyed who agreed with the decision to award the Duke the honour.
The award is reserved for veterans who have made an impact through sports, similar to the late Pat Tillman, who gave up his professional football career to serve in the aftermath of 9/11.
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 09:00
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle launch updated website
They revealed that Prince Archie and Princess Lilbet have taken the surname Sussex, a notable change from the use of Mountbatten-Windsor which was given to descendants of the late Queen Elizabeth from 1960.
A source said The temperature:”The reality behind the new site is very simple: it is a hub for the Sussexes’ work and it reflects the fact that the family has, since the King’s coronation, the same surname for the first time.
“It’s a big event for any family. It represents their unification and it’s a proud moment.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 08:00
Prince George ‘very popular’ at school
“He’s very popular and has a lot of friends, and no one makes a big deal about who he is,” they said. The vanity fair.
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 04:00
King Charles reveals new Labour government’s plan for UK
“The era of politics driven by performance and self-interest at the expense of service is over,” Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in his speech. “The fight for trust is the defining battle of our political times.”
Notable points included the government’s commitment to end zero-hours contracts and conversion therapy for the LGBTQ+ community.
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 02:00
Prince Harry’s ‘perfect return’ to the royal family
A royal expert has speculated that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could once again win favor with the royal family thanks to their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The announcement comes after it was claimed that King Charles was “considering” a trip to the US to see his youngest grandchildren.
“If Harry really wanted to come back, he could use the excuse that despite his personal conflict with King Charles, he wants his children to have a relationship with their grandfather, that would be the perfect way to come back, wouldn’t it?” Kinsey Schofield said, as reported by Express.
Emma GuinnessJuly 18, 2024 00:00
Prince George’s Surprising Nickname
The eldest child from Wales, who turns 11 next week, was known as PG to his schoolmates and this eventually evolved into PG Tips after the popular British tea brand, Mirror reports.
According to the media, the young prince’s relatives affectionately call him simply “Tips.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 17, 2024 10:00 PM
Princess Anne remembers nothing about horse accident
The Princess Royal, 73, suffered concussion and minor injuries following the incident, which is believed to have been caused by a horse kick.
On her return to public service last week at the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) national championships, she told Helena Vega Lozano, president of RDA UK: “I don’t remember anything about it.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 17, 2024 8:00 p.m.
Prince Harry urged to release ‘sensational’ new documents
As reported by the Daily MailThere is strong interest in an updated version of the book, which caused a storm when it was released in January last year.
It is partly the result of the Duke of Sussex’s admissions about his drug use, which have led to an ongoing review of his US visa application.
Emma GuinnessJuly 17, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Queen Camilla to celebrate remainder of birthday ‘in private’
The Queen Consort was born Camilla Rosemary Shand on this day in 1947.
King Charles’ former butler Paul Burrell told the Express:”I think privately the King will give her a party at Clarence House or Birkhall and they will send people to Scotland. He likes to give her jewellery. I think he will give her something special. He may have ordered something for a birthday.
“He’s very spoiled, the King, and he’ll make sure all the attention is on Camilla. He likes to remind her that she’s Queen. He likes to remind her that he gave her this gift for her service over the years, and that it’s his reward for her.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 17, 2024 5:00 p.m.
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News Source : www.independent.co.uk