Police Debunk False Explosive Reports at Trump Rally in Long Island

Authorities confirm no explosives were found near the Nassau Coliseum ahead of the former president's campaign event.

Nassau County police swiftly denied rumors of explosives near Trump's rally, attributing the false report to a civilian training a bomb detection dog.
The initial false claims originated from social media posts, including one from Elon Musk's account, which has since been deleted.
Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and other officials confirmed that no explosive devices were discovered and that the individual responsible for the false report is being detained.
The incident comes shortly after two separate assassination attempts on Trump, heightening security concerns at his campaign events.
New York State Police and the U.S. Secret Service corroborated local police statements, emphasizing coordinated efforts to ensure safety at the rally.