Former President Donald Trump held a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, where the FBI special agent in charge of the Pittsburgh office, Kevin Rojek, addressed concerns about security measures.
Rojek clarified that there was no additional request for security that was denied to Trump's team for the event. He emphasized that the FBI did not turn down any security requests made by the former President's team.
During a news conference in Butler, Rojek stated, 'There was no additional request for security that was ever denied by the FBI.' He assured the public that all necessary security measures were in place for the rally.
The FBI had been actively monitoring the event prior to the shooting incident that occurred. Rojek mentioned that the FBI assumed primary jurisdiction over the investigation following the shooting.
Overall, Rojek's statements aimed to address any misconceptions or rumors regarding security arrangements for the rally. The FBI's involvement in overseeing the event's security and subsequent investigation highlights the agency's commitment to ensuring public safety during high-profile gatherings.
