Former President Donald Trump Survives Two Assassination Attempts in Two Months
By Casey Harper (The Center Square)
Former President Donald Trump has narrowly escaped two assassination attempts in a span of just two months, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of the U.S. Secret Service in ensuring the safety of the Republican presidential nominee.
The most recent incident involved a would-be assassin who was apprehended by Secret Service agents after being spotted with an assault-style rifle and scope at a golf course where Trump was playing. The swift action of the agents prevented a potentially tragic outcome.
Security experts have raised questions about how the assailant managed to evade detection and set up at the location for 12 hours, highlighting potential gaps in Trump’s protection despite heightened security measures following a previous attempt on his life.
Comparatively, President Joe Biden receives more robust protection than Trump, a discrepancy that has raised concerns about the adequacy of security measures for high-profile figures like former presidents.
Lora Ries, a former official at the Department of Homeland Security, criticized the Secret Service for failing to adapt their security protocols to the current threat level facing Trump. She emphasized the need for advanced security measures such as drones, dogs, and counter snipers to safeguard against potential attacks.
The circumstances surrounding the second assassination attempt have raised suspicions, with reports suggesting that the shooter had been positioned at the site for an extended period, despite Trump’s impromptu decision to play golf. The FBI is conducting an investigation into the incident, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis also launching a separate inquiry.
Ries suggested that Trump should consider hiring private security to supplement the Secret Service’s protection, citing concerns about the agencies’ ability to effectively safeguard the former president. She called for a thorough overhaul of the leadership at the DOJ, FBI, and Secret Service to address systemic failures in security protocols.
Chris Ragone, a security expert, criticized the lack of resources allocated to Trump’s protection and pointed to potential bias within the Department of Homeland Security leadership as a contributing factor to the security lapses. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive review of the security arrangements for high-profile individuals like Trump.
President Biden acknowledged the need for additional support for the U.S. Secret Service but did not provide specific details on how the agency could be strengthened to prevent future security breaches.
The FBI’s ongoing investigation into the assassination attempts will shed light on the lapses in security protocols and inform future security measures for protecting public figures.
Syndicated with permission from The Center Square.
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