During a recent visit to the site in Butler, Pennsylvania, where former President Trump was nearly assassinated, Rep. Mark Green and a team of lawmakers discovered numerous errors in the planning and conduct of the security operation. Green highlighted these findings during an appearance on 'America Reports'.
Green emphasized the need for accountability following the resignation of former Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. He pointed out that there were significant mistakes made in both the planning phase and the execution of security measures at the event.
One key issue identified by Green was the lack of coordination between law enforcement agencies and the military in terms of communication networks. He noted that in his experience in special operations, satellite radios were used for seamless communication, a practice not consistently followed in law enforcement.
Specifically referencing the incident in Butler, Green revealed that a picture of a suspicious individual was shared just 25 minutes before the president took the stage, indicating a potential threat. However, the necessary precautions were not taken to delay the president's appearance until the situation was resolved.
Green called for accountability within the Secret Service and the command center responsible for the security operation. He stated that individuals who failed to act on critical information should be held responsible for their actions.
The revelations from the lawmakers' visit underscore the importance of thorough planning and effective communication in ensuring the safety of high-profile individuals. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for continuous improvement in security protocols to prevent similar lapses in the future.
