A new report by a bipartisan Senate committee has revealed critical flaws in the Secret Service’s security arrangements during a 2023 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump. The report highlights several preventable failures that could have potentially saved Trump from injury, including a lack of clear leadership, communication breakdowns, and insufficient resources.
A review by the US Secret Service revealed significant security breaches during the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in July. The review identified communication breakdowns, reliance on mobile devices, and line-of-sight issues as contributing factors to the near-fatal incident. Acting Director Ronald Rowe highlighted complacency among some agents and highlighted the importance of effective communication and coordination.
A bipartisan task force has been formed to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The panel, which includes lawmakers with law enforcement and military backgrounds, will have subpoena power to examine security failures that allowed the incident to occur. Members expressed a commitment to uncovering the truth and preventing similar events in the future.
