The Butler County District Attorney recently spoke out regarding the security measures in place during the rally where former President Donald Trump was shot. The District Attorney, who oversees the county emergency service unit (ESU), clarified that his team was not assigned to guard the perimeter outside during the event, leading to a dispute between the Secret Service and local law enforcement.
The Butler County ESU, comprised of officers from 23 municipalities, was present at the Trump rally. However, according to the District Attorney, there was no specific assignment for his team to be stationed outside the perimeter.
Emphasizing that the Secret Service held the ultimate responsibility for security, the District Attorney stated, 'The hierarchy was Secret Service was in charge. Ultimately, they’ve got to make sure that everything is being done correctly.' He further added, 'So they want to point fingers at other people, that would be like me pointing a finger at one of my employees and saying ‘this is your fault’ and making them take the blame. I mean, the buck stops at the top.'
The comments from the District Attorney shed light on the complexities of coordinating security efforts during high-profile events and the challenges of ensuring seamless collaboration between different law enforcement agencies. The aftermath of the incident has sparked discussions about the need for clearer protocols and communication channels to prevent similar security lapses in the future.
