Sept. 22 (UPI) -- Ryan Routh, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump on his Florida golf course last year will present his case starting Monday in court.
Routh, 59, is representing himself in his trial and has no legal expertise. Last week, Judge Eileen Cannon admonished Routh for veering off topic in his opening statements.
He said he plans to call three witnesses on Monday; a gun expert and two character witnesses. His defense is expected to take about half of a day, and closing arguments are set to begin Tuesday.
Routh has described his strategy as emphasizing his "gentleness, peacefulness, and nonviolent caring for humanity," according to court filings, ABC News reported. Among the exhibits Routh plans to use are a design for a DIY skate park, videos and photos showing him recruiting and fundraising for the Ukrainian military, a photo of a flash mob he organized, and a church bulletin from 1980 when he was awarded an Eagle Scout award.
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