House Panel Probes Secret Service Failures in Trump Assassination Attempt

Lawmakers question security lapses and potential political bias in July 13 incident that nearly claimed former President Trump’s life.

Experts describe the Secret Service's performance as an 'apocalyptic failure' with numerous security oversights.
Republican lawmakers express distrust in federal investigations, citing concerns of institutional bias.
The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, managed to fire eight rounds before being neutralized by law enforcement.
Key security failures included lack of communication, insufficient surveillance, and unprotected vantage points.
Legislation has been introduced to mandate the release of all Secret Service records related to the incident.