Staff Reports
Breitbart News reported on criticisms of the Secret Service’s approach to protecting former President Donald Trump after the recent assassination attempt. Sources highlighted the gaps in security measures for former presidents compared to sitting presidents, leading to the use of “supplemental” personnel like DHS agents and local law enforcement during events such as Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania.
Concerns were raised about the effectiveness of using personnel not specifically trained for protective details. One source pointed out the limitations of relying on DHS agents who may excel in their own roles but lack the specialized training required for protective duties.
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The incident involving the police officer encountering the would-be assassin on a roof, only to retreat without taking direct action, raised further doubts about the adequacy of the supplemental protective approach. The failure to clear and adequately monitor the area indicated a critical flaw in the security protocol.
Following the assassination attempt, the Secret Service issued a statement emphasizing the added resources deployed for Trump’s rally. However, criticism mounted as former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino questioned the effectiveness of the security technology employed, particularly in allowing a sniper to get dangerously close to a potential future president.
Local news reports also revealed that law enforcement had spotted the assailant on the roof well before the attack, underscoring the lapses in surveillance and response. The incident has reignited debates about the Secret Service’s protective measures for high-profile figures, calling into question their ability to prevent such threats in the future.
