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Armed man arrested near Trump golf course in California

Jeanine John Taele, 38, was found with ammunition and a loaded weapon near Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes ahead of a presidential fundraiser.

Updated last month2 new reports, including New York Post, Times of India.

·1 min read·7 outlets

The short version

Authorities arrested a 38-year-old man near Trump National Golf Club in California on August 4 after he was seen monitoring security and carrying weapons. The arrest occurred days before a planned presidential visit.

Jeanine John Taele, 38, was arrested on August 4 near Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.3,4,6,7,8 Taele was observed taking photos and videos of the golf course grounds over the weekend.2,3,4,6,7,8 Authorities reported Taele had a 16-round magazine with ammunition in his pocket.6,7

A loaded weapon was found in Taele's vehicle, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.7,8 Taele was also found to be carrying hollow-point ammunition.7 The arrest occurred days before a planned presidential fundraiser at the golf course.3,4,5

Federal agents and plainclothes officers spotted Taele walking the golf course grounds.3 The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department stated Taele appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities.8 Taele had weapons in both his home and vehicle, according to NBC News.8

The arrest was made shortly before President Trump was scheduled to host a fundraising dinner at the golf course.4 President Trump arrived in Los Angeles on August 5 for a fundraiser at the golf club.5

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Why it matters

  • Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes is a private golf course owned by former President Donald Trump.3,4,5

  • The incident occurred amid heightened security protocols for presidential visits, including fundraisers.4,5

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