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Trump Assassination Attempt on July 13 in Butler Reveals Major Security Failures

Jul 29, 2024, 03:00 AM

An attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally on July 13, 2024, has revealed significant security lapses. The incident, which occurred at a rally in Butler, involved a shooter who was ultimately unsuccessful in their attempt. Reports indicate that both the U.S. Secret Service and the local Beaver County SWAT team failed in planning, execution, and communication. Retired Secret Service Agent Donald J. Mihalek and members of the SWAT team have publicly acknowledged these failures. A chief detective and ABC News have also reported on these lapses. The incident has sparked widespread criticism and an investigation into the security protocols that were in place during the rally.