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REPORT: Biden White House Mysteriously Denied More Secret Service Protection Before Assassination Attempt

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On Saturday former President Donald Trump was injured during an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The incident, which resulted in the tragic death of a spectator and critical injuries to two others, has raised questions about the adequacy of security provided to Trump and the integrity of the decisions surrounding his protection.

The former president and 2024 frontrunner, who was visibly bloodied by the shooting, recounted the terrifying moment when he felt the bullet “rip through skin” after hearing a “whizzing sound.” Despite the actions of the Secret Service, which neutralized the assailant—a 20-year-old named Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania—the circumstances leading up to the attack have raised serious concerns.

The shooter, who was equipped with a semiautomatic rifle, fired from an elevated position outside the Secret Service’s established security perimeter. The weapon’s origin is under investigation, with questions into whether it was purchased by the shooter’s father according to NBC News.

The chaos and horror of the attack were further exacerbated by the bravery of Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old former firefighter, who lost his life while shielding his family from the gunfire.

Following the shooting, Rep. James Comer (R-KY) relayed his concerns and solidarity, extending his prayers to Trump and the other victims. Comer stressed the necessity of understanding the circumstances that led to such a security lapse, stating, “Political violence in all forms is un-American and unacceptable.” Comer also called for Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to appear before a hearing, indicating the gravity of the oversight committee’s inquiry into the protection measures in place for Trump.

Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) claimed that there had been repeated requests for enhanced Secret Service protection for Trump, which were allegedly denied by Secretary Mayorkas. If true, the allegation suggests a possible neglect of duty at high levels of government, raising questions about the motives and decision-making processes that potentially left a former president vulnerable to such a deadly threat.

“I have very reliable sources telling me there have been repeated requests for stronger secret service protection for President Trump,” Waltz wrote on X. “Denied by Secretary Mayorkas.”

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Republicans have been frustrated with Mayorkas since his term began. His impeachment trial began in April, with the Senate ultimately rejecting a limited debate plan. The Senate, voting mostly along party lines, dismissed claims that the articles of impeachment constituted high crimes or misdemeanors as required by the Constitution.

“We are grateful to the Secret Service agents and other law enforcement agencies and individuals who risked their lives literally for our nation,” Joe Biden said on Sunday. “As I said last night, there is no place in America for this.”

“We don’t yet have any information about the motive of the shooter,” he continued. “We know who he is. I urge everyone, everyone please, don’t make assumptions about his motives or his affiliations. Let the FBI do their job and their partner agencies do their job.”

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“First, Mr. Trump is a former president and nominee of the Republican Party, already receives a heightened level of security and I’ve been consistent in my direction of the Secret Service to provide him with every resource, capability and protective measure necessary to ensure his continued safety. Second, I have directed the head of the Secret Service to review all security measures for the Republican National Convention, which is scheduled to start tomorrow.”

Biden finished, “third, I have directed an independent review of the national security at yesterday’s rally to assess exactly what happened.”



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