Butler, Pennsylvania—A local law enforcement commissioner revealed shocking new details at a House Homeland Security hearing on Tuesday about the security lapses that nearly led to Donald Trump’s assassination, raising more questions for the embattled U.S. Secret Service.
The compelling testimony from Pennsylvania Police Chief Christopher Paris comes just a day after now-resigned Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle testified before the House Oversight Committee and essentially refused to answer questions about the attempt on the former president’s life in Pennsylvania.
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Security Breach: Details Unveiled at Hearing
During the hearing, Police Chief Paris revealed alarming information about the communication breakdown between the Secret Service and local law enforcement that almost resulted in an assassination attempt on Donald Trump.
Police Response and Search Efforts
Chief Paris testified how two local law enforcement officers left their posts to search for the would-be assassin, Thomas Matthew Crooks, ultimately leading to the harrowing incident.
Confrontation and Shots Fired
The tense moments on the rooftop escalated when Crooks fired eight shots, prompting a swift response from law enforcement officials amidst the chaos.
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