CNN Rejects Claims of Advance Knowledge in Trump Assassination Attempt Coverage

The network denies allegations from Elon Musk and Bill Ackman that its decision to air a Trump rally was linked to foreknowledge of the July 2024 attack.

Elon Musk suggested on Joe Rogan's podcast that CNN's live coverage of a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, was unusual and potentially linked to the assassination attempt at the event.
Billionaire Bill Ackman amplified Musk's remarks, questioning whether CNN was tipped off to broadcast the rally, though he later clarified he was not accusing the network of direct involvement.
CNN responded by stating it aired the rally in anticipation of Trump's announcement of his Vice Presidential pick, calling any other suggestions false.
The July 2024 assassination attempt in Butler left Trump injured and the alleged shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, killed by Secret Service agents.
A second attempt on Trump's life occurred in September 2024, prompting bipartisan investigations into security measures for political figures.