US President Gerald Ford's would-be assassin dies at age 95

September 25, 2025

Sara Jane Moore, who attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford in 1975 by firing a . 38-caliber revolver at him outside a San Francisco hotel, has died at age 95. Moore's attack came just 17 days after another assassination attempt on Ford by Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme, an associate of cult leader Charles Manson.

Who is affected

Sara Jane Moore (now deceased)
Former President Gerald Ford (who was not injured in the attack)
Current and former presidents facing security threats
Ryan Routh (recently convicted of attempting to assassinate Trump)

What action is being taken

Moore's death is being reported by US media
Ryan Routh has been found guilty of attempting to assassinate Trump
Renewed attention is being given to presidential security

Why it matters

Moore's death coincides with the 50th anniversary of her assassination attempt
The incident is relevant in context of recent assassination attempts against Trump
It highlights historical patterns of political violence in the United States
It demonstrates the consequences of attempted political assassinations (Moore served 32 years in prison)
It reflects on a turbulent period in American history when Moore claimed she wanted to spark a "violent revolution"

What's next

Ryan Routh will be sentenced on December 18 and faces up to life in prison

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