Senate Report Blasts Secret Service for Trump Shooting Failures

Published JUL 14

story

Image copyright:

The Spin

The Secret Service's failures in Butler represent a complete breakdown of security protocols that endangered Trump's life. Multiple requests for enhanced security were denied, critical intelligence wasn't shared, and communication failures left agents unaware of the threat. The weak disciplinary actions don't match the severity of allowing a gunman to nearly assassinate a presidential candidate.

The Washington Post Daily Mail

While mistakes occurred, the Butler incident was a perfect storm of events rather than deliberate negligence. The Secret Service has implemented significant reforms including new equipment, procedures and training to prevent future incidents. The agency successfully thwarted a second assassination attempt in September, demonstrating improved capabilities.

PBS News The Washington Examiner