Examination Of The Security Failures Leading To The Assassination Attempt On Former President Trump

Examination Of The Security Failures Leading To The Assassination Attempt On Former President Trump

https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/hearings/examination-of-the-security-failures-leading-to-the-assassination-attempt-on-former-president-trump-2/

https://www.judiciary.senate.gov/committee-activity/hearings/examination-of-the-security-failures-leading-to-the-assassination-attempt-on-former-president-trump

Joint Full Committee Hearing
Date: Tuesday, July 30th, 2024
Time: 10:00am
Location: Dirksen Senate Office Building Room G50
Presiding: Chair Durbin

Chairman: Gary Peters
Opening Statement:
https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/library/files/opening-statement-2024-07-30-usss-investigation/opening-statement-2024-07-30-usss-investigation/

Witnesses:

Ronald L. Rowe, Jr.
Acting Director
United States Secret Service
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Opening Statement:
https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/library/files/testimony-rowe-2024-07-30-revised/testimony-rowe-2024-07-30-revised/

Paul Abbate
Deputy Director
Federal Bureau of Investigation
U.S. Department of Justice

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Security Failures Leading to the Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump

Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe testified before a joint Senate panel on July 30, 2024, acknowledging "ashamed" of the protection failures on July 13, 2024, when a gunman fired on the crowd at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, injuring Trump and two others, and killing Corey Comperatore.

Key Findings:

1. Unsecured Roof: Rowe revealed that the roof of the AGR building, where the assailant fired shots, was not properly secured, allowing the shooter to access the area. Rowe visited the site and evaluated the line of sight, stating, "What I saw made me ashamed."

2. Lack of Communication: Rowe testified that local law enforcement and Secret Service agents were not adequately communicating, with some personnel unaware of the shooter's presence until they heard gunshots. He emphasized the need for better radio communication and coordination.

3. Delayed Response: Rowe stated that the counter-drone system was down for about two hours and did not come online until 5 p.m. ET, potentially delaying the response to the shooter's drone activity. He expressed regret over the delay, saying, "That what if we … geo-located him because that counter UAS platform had been up? It is something that I have struggled with to understand."

4. Insufficient Site Security: Rowe acknowledged that the Secret Service did not thoroughly vet the event site security plan, leading to vulnerabilities. He directed personnel to ensure all event sites are thoroughly reviewed by multiple experienced supervisors before implementation.

Investigation Updates:

1. Motive Unknown: FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate testified that the investigation has not yet identified a motive for the assassination attempt.

2. Social Media Account: Abbate revealed that the FBI discovered a social media account belonging to the shooter, which included comments reflecting antisemitic and anti-immigration themes, as well as support for political violence.

3. President Trump's Interview: The FBI has scheduled an interview with President Trump as part of its investigation, seeking his perspective on the events surrounding the assassination attempt.

Consequences and Reforms:

1. Accountability: Rowe emphasized that the Secret Service is reviewing the actions and decision-making of personnel leading up to the rally and will hold individuals accountable if they violated agency protocols.

2. Reforms: The Secret Service is adjusting its approval process for security plans and bolstering security measures for protectees, including reinforcing details and conducting threat assessments.

Committee Response:

1. Calls for Accountability: Senators from both parties emphasized the need for individual accountability for those responsible for the security failures.

2. Increased Oversight: The committee will continue to monitor the Secret Service's efforts to address the security failures and ensure that necessary reforms are implemented.

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