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Washington, D.C. — In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Secret Service has attributed the security lapse to local law enforcement. According to the Secret Service, they were tasked with securing the properties surrounding the rally venue, a responsibility that they claim was not adequately fulfilled by local authorities.
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Secret Service’s Statement
The Secret Service has released a statement indicating that local law enforcement was responsible for securing the surrounding properties, including the rooftop from which Crooks allegedly fired. According to the statement, local authorities failed to adequately patrol and secure these areas, leading to the breach that allowed the shooter to position himself.
“We were tasked with securing the immediate vicinity of the rally, while local law enforcement was responsible for the surrounding properties,” a Secret Service spokesperson said. “Unfortunately, the lack of thorough surveillance and security on these properties allowed the shooter to access an elevated position, posing a significant threat.”
Local law enforcement has yet to respond officially to the Secret Service’s allegations. However, reports indicate that there were concerns about the level of security at the event, with some officers reportedly noticing suspicious activity but unable to intervene effectively.
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The blame game between the Secret Service and local law enforcement has sparked significant public and media interest. Critics argue that the coordination between federal and local agencies must improve to prevent such security failures in the future. Supporters of Trump have expressed frustration and concern over the apparent vulnerabilities in the security measures.
