Written by Johnathan Miller.

The Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project has unveiled an analysis of geolocation data connected to the devices of Thomas Crooks, the alleged Trump shooter. The findings reveal a frequent visitor to Crooks’ household also made trips to a building in Washington DC, coincidentally near an FBI office.

“Someone who regularly visited Crooks’ home and work also visited a building in Washington, DC, located in Gallery Place,” stated the Oversight Project. “This is in the same vicinity of an @FBI office on June 26, 2023. Whose device is this?” The implication is clear: someone close to Crooks was also frequenting a key location in the capital, raising questions about potential connections.

Additionally, the Oversight Project tracked another device linked to Crooks, which visited Plymouth Harbor, Massachusetts, in March. The watchdog organization also noted the movement of Crooks-linked devices around Pennsylvania in the days leading up to his July 13 assassination attempt, which tragically left one firefighter dead and at least two others hospitalized. Despite these revelations, the Oversight Project did not elaborate much on its methodology, simply stating it identified devices located at Crooks’ home and work within the past year.

Unexplained Movements and Methodology

The data reveals that at least nine devices were linked to Crooks’ home and work, raising suspicions about the activities occurring at these locations. “There were at least 9 devices linked to these AD-IDs. We are willing to cooperate with legitimate investigations and share further information,” the Oversight Project added. However, they also expressed concerns about sharing too much information due to potential risks.

“For the protection of whistleblowers and our investigation, we will not be sharing further information with the congressional task force due to the connective tissue between that entity and FBI, USSS, and other entities,” they stated. This caution highlights the sensitivity and complexity of the situation, suggesting deeper layers of intrigue and potential cover-ups.

These findings add to the already mysterious profile of Thomas Crooks. Reports indicate that Crooks used at least “three encrypted platforms” located in Germany, New Zealand, and Belgium, indicating a sophisticated level of communication and coordination. Furthermore, law enforcement found a range finder and a transponder on Crooks, presumably for detonating the explosives found in his car. Despite these high-tech tools, authorities continue to assert that Crooks acted alone.

The Larger Implications

On Sunday, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., became one of the first members of Congress to publicly question the official narrative, suggesting that Crooks did not act alone. “We do know that he was a gamer. He was operating on Discord, which is a chatroom. And it’s very likely that with the equipment he came up with—the explosives and the detonator—he was obviously working with someone,” Luna said on Fox News.

Luna’s comments point to a larger, more coordinated effort behind Crooks’ actions. The idea that a lone individual could procure and utilize such equipment without assistance strains credibility. The Oversight Project’s findings further support this suspicion, highlighting the need for a thorough and transparent investigation.

The Oversight Project’s analysis has brought to light critical details about Thomas Crooks and his potential connections. The frequent visits to Washington DC and the use of encrypted platforms suggest a level of coordination that challenges the narrative of a lone actor. The reluctance to share further information due to fears of jeopardizing the investigation indicates the complexity and sensitivity of the case. As more details emerge, the need for accountability and clarity becomes ever more pressing.

Our Take

The revelations about Thomas Crooks and his connections are deeply concerning. The fact that someone close to him frequently visited a building near an FBI office raises serious questions about the integrity and security of our institutions. The use of encrypted platforms and sophisticated equipment further undermines the idea that Crooks acted alone.

This situation exemplifies the need for rigorous oversight and accountability within our government and law enforcement agencies. The public deserves to know the full extent of Crooks’ connections and whether there were any failures in the system that allowed such an individual to operate. The reluctance of the Oversight Project to share information with certain entities underscores the potential for corruption and collusion within our institutions.

In an era where trust in government is at an all-time low, transparency is crucial. The American people must demand answers and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. The implications of this case go beyond Thomas Crooks and touch on the very fabric of our democracy. It’s time for a full and honest investigation to restore faith in our institutions and protect the public from future threats.

@RepLuna 5 days after my reporting: “We do know that he was a gamer. He was operating on Discord, which is a chatroom. And it’s very likely that with the equipment he came up with—the explosives and the detonator—he was obviously working with someone.”https://t.co/pH15sW3dry

— Ken Silva (@JD_Cashless) July 21, 2024