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Secret Service Faulted for Failures in Trump Assassination Attempt

A new report reveals communication breakdowns and security lapses before the July 13 shooting at a Trump rally.

Ryan Routh
republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures with a bloodied face while he is assisted by U.S. Secret Service personnel after he was shot in the right ear during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show in Butler, Pennsylvania, U.S., July 13, 2024. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Secret Service's internal report highlights multiple communication deficiencies with local law enforcement during the July 13 assassination attempt.
  • The report indicates that vital information about the shooter was not relayed over the Secret Service radio network, contributing to the security breach.
  • Former President Donald Trump was wounded in the ear during the shooting at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
  • The House has unanimously passed legislation to ensure presidential candidates receive the same level of security as sitting presidents and vice presidents.
  • Recent incidents, including a second assassination attempt at Trump's golf course, have intensified scrutiny on the Secret Service's protection protocols.