Congressional Task Force Criticizes Secret Service Over Trump Assassination Attempt

Lawmakers highlight communication failures and inadequate security measures at July rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

• The House task force's first hearing revealed significant security lapses by the Secret Service during the July 13 rally where former President Trump was shot in the ear.
• Local and state law enforcement officials testified that they were not asked to secure critical areas, including the roof of the AGR building, where the shooter was positioned.
• Rep. Eli Crane and other lawmakers criticized the Secret Service for failing to communicate effectively with local authorities and not providing clear security instructions.
• The Secret Service admitted to multiple failures, including not securing the building and not coordinating emergency communication plans with local law enforcement.
• The task force plans to propose legislative reforms and issue a final report by December 13, following additional hearings and investigations.

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