During a recent congressional hearing, Rep. Jamie Raskin questioned a security official about the events leading up to the shooting incident at a rally where former President Trump was present. The official, identified as Cheatle, confirmed that the gunman had been flagged as suspicious prior to the event.
According to Cheatle's testimony, local police had identified and photographed the individual who later turned out to be the gunman. This information raises concerns about the security protocols in place and whether the potential threat was adequately addressed.
