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Senate Report Reveals Secret Service Failures in First Trump Assassination Attempt at July 13 Rally

Sep 25, 2024, 10:57 AM

An internal investigation by the U.S. Secret Service and a preliminary Senate report have revealed significant failures in the planning and execution of security operations for former President Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. The Senate report found that these failures, including a lack of communication and attention to detail, directly contributed to the first assassination attempt on Trump. The Secret Service was aware of credible threats but did not alert Trump or take necessary precautions. The incident resulted in Trump being shot and a civilian, Corey Comperatore, being killed. The Senate panel described the situation as 'foreseeable' and 'preventable,' highlighting the need for accountability and improved safeguards.