The attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday raised questions about security protocols and how a gunman could open fire so close to the presumptive GOP nominee.


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-07-14 01:20:57">July 14, 2024 at 1:20 a.m.</time>

The attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday raised questions about security protocols and how a gunman could open fire so close to the p…{ai:summary}<p>Attempt on Trump's life during rally prompts scrutiny of security measures. Gunman fired shots near Trump, sparking security concerns. #politics</p>

How could a gunman get close enough to nearly assassinate a former president?

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