Secret Service’s ‘cascade of failures’ allowed Trump assassination attempt, report says
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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.