Former Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Mich., expressed concerns on Thursday regarding the radicalization of Trump rally shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks. Rogers suggested that a significant event or change occurred in Crooks' life between high school graduation and the day of the shooting, leading to potential self-radicalization or mental distress.
Rogers emphasized the importance of investigating encrypted files linked to Crooks, stating that if the FBI faces challenges internally, they should seek assistance from the private sector to access necessary information. He highlighted the need to rule out the possibility of external assistance in the shooting incident.
Rogers urged authorities to dedicate time and resources to uncovering the factors that may have influenced Crooks' actions, emphasizing the importance of understanding the motivations behind the tragic event. The former representative's remarks underscore the complexity of the case and the need for a thorough investigation to prevent similar incidents in the future.
