Sources give contradictory answers. Some sources say she was a follower of Charles Manson, who told her to do it; but others say she had a history of mental illness and tried to get attention by doing outrageous things.
Gerald Ford by "Sqeaky" Fromm.
Lynnette "Squeaky" Fromme was one of Charles Manson's followers who would attempt to assassinate US President Gerald Ford on September 5, 1975.
Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme The other woman was Sara Jane Moore
In two separate incidents, Sara Jane Moore and Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme attempted to shoot President Gerald Ford in 1975. Neither attempt was successful and Ford was never shot.President Reagan was wounded in a shooting perpetrated by John Hinkley, but recovered from his wound.
Gerald Ford.
Two women made two separate attempts on Gerald Ford in the 1970s. Their names were Sara Jane Moore and "Squeaky" Fromme. Squeaky Fromme, if I recall, was associated with Charles Manson. I do not recall which attack came first, but the second was relatively soon after the first-almost a copycat attempt. I hope this helps move you forward.
Gerald Ford was a failed attempt but a lawyer did try to shoot him once
There were two unrelated attempts within 17 days in Caliifornia in 1975.
Gerald Ford was a Freemason.
Gerald Ford was a Republican.
Gerald Rudolph Ford
the spouse of gerald ford was Rachel Ford