Shocking Secret Service Failure to Protect Trump Exposed
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Posted 116 days ago
**Failure**
In a shocking display of negligence, recent Senate hearings have revealed the Secret Service's catastrophic failure to protect former President Donald J. Trump from a would-be assassin during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
Evidence brought before the Senate underscores a glaring lapse in communication and security protocols that allowed a gunman to open fire on Trump while he was on stage.
Witness accounts and video footage indicate that local law enforcement was aware of the threat posed by the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, more than two minutes before shots were fired.
During a hearing on July 30, Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) voiced his frustration, emphasizing that local police had broadcast warnings about Crooks' weapon while the Secret Service failed to react.
“It’s shocking to think that the Secret Service was unaware of a potential threat that was clearly visible to others,” Lee remarked, highlighting that effective communication could have resulted in Trump's immediate evacuation from the stage.
Further scrutiny revealed that police had spotted Crooks on the roof of a nearby building, yet the Secret Service operators responded without appropriate urgency, allowing the attack to unfold.
As Trump supporters gathered at the rally, Crooks managed to fire multiple shots, injuring a bystander before being neutralized by a counter-sniper.
The lack of foresight in security planning has raised serious questions about the Secret Service's operational capabilities.
Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) didn’t hold back his criticism, calling it “the worst and most catastrophic security failure of the Secret Service since 1981,” evoking memories of the attempt on President Reagan’s life.
This incident highlights a disturbing trend within federal law enforcement agencies, characterized by bureaucratic sloppiness and a significant underestimation of threats against conservative figures.
Amid the outcry for accountability, Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that the agency must receive increased funding to address these failings.
While financial support might seem like a solution, critics argue that throwing more money at a flawed system will not rectify the underlying issues.
Rather than mere financial infusion, many conservatives advocate for an overhaul of leadership and a return to fundamental security protocols that ensure the safety of prominent individuals.
This situation demands more than a band-aid fix; it requires a recommitment to effective security measures that prioritize the safety of all citizens, especially those in the public eye.
As the investigation unfolds, one can only hope that this critical failure serves as a wake-up call for the Secret Service, ensuring that future protectees do not suffer from such negligence again.
Sources:
theblaze.com
infowars.com
redstate.com
In a shocking display of negligence, recent Senate hearings have revealed the Secret Service's catastrophic failure to protect former President Donald J. Trump from a would-be assassin during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
Evidence brought before the Senate underscores a glaring lapse in communication and security protocols that allowed a gunman to open fire on Trump while he was on stage.
Witness accounts and video footage indicate that local law enforcement was aware of the threat posed by the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, more than two minutes before shots were fired.
During a hearing on July 30, Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) voiced his frustration, emphasizing that local police had broadcast warnings about Crooks' weapon while the Secret Service failed to react.
“It’s shocking to think that the Secret Service was unaware of a potential threat that was clearly visible to others,” Lee remarked, highlighting that effective communication could have resulted in Trump's immediate evacuation from the stage.
Further scrutiny revealed that police had spotted Crooks on the roof of a nearby building, yet the Secret Service operators responded without appropriate urgency, allowing the attack to unfold.
As Trump supporters gathered at the rally, Crooks managed to fire multiple shots, injuring a bystander before being neutralized by a counter-sniper.
The lack of foresight in security planning has raised serious questions about the Secret Service's operational capabilities.
Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) didn’t hold back his criticism, calling it “the worst and most catastrophic security failure of the Secret Service since 1981,” evoking memories of the attempt on President Reagan’s life.
This incident highlights a disturbing trend within federal law enforcement agencies, characterized by bureaucratic sloppiness and a significant underestimation of threats against conservative figures.
Amid the outcry for accountability, Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that the agency must receive increased funding to address these failings.
While financial support might seem like a solution, critics argue that throwing more money at a flawed system will not rectify the underlying issues.
Rather than mere financial infusion, many conservatives advocate for an overhaul of leadership and a return to fundamental security protocols that ensure the safety of prominent individuals.
This situation demands more than a band-aid fix; it requires a recommitment to effective security measures that prioritize the safety of all citizens, especially those in the public eye.
As the investigation unfolds, one can only hope that this critical failure serves as a wake-up call for the Secret Service, ensuring that future protectees do not suffer from such negligence again.
Sources:
theblaze.com
infowars.com
redstate.com
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