Secret Service Report Reveals Failures in July 13 Trump Assassination Attempt in Butler

Sep 20, 2024, 05:13 PM

The U.S. Secret Service has released a report detailing multiple communication failures that preceded the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe acknowledged significant deficiencies in the agency's planning and coordination with local law enforcement. The report highlights that the Secret Service did not provide clear guidance or direction to local law enforcement partners, leading to critical security lapses. Rowe emphasized that employees will be held accountable for these failures and that a major overhaul is necessary to prevent future incidents. The findings have prompted the Secret Service to enter an accountability phase to address these issues.