WASHINGTON – A recent report unveiled communication breakdowns that hindered the Secret Service’s performance ahead of a July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The report highlights various missed opportunities to prevent the attack, in which a gunman fired shots from an unsecured roof during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

The Secret Service report blamed both local and federal law enforcement for the failures that led up to the shooting incident. The findings underscore the inadequacies that occurred before Trump was wounded by gunfire at the rally. This report comes amid heightened scrutiny following the recent arrest of a man in Florida who allegedly intended to kill Trump.

Acting Director Ronald Rowe Jr. emphasized the importance of accountability in addressing the failures that occurred on July 13. The report details several communication deficiencies that occurred before the shooting, highlighting the lack of coordination among law enforcement agencies.

One major issue was the lack of radio communication between local police and the Secret Service, leading to a lack of awareness among officers. This breakdown in communication prevented Trump’s security detail from making informed decisions to protect him during the event.

The report also raised questions about the positioning of law enforcement officers and the absence of security measures to address potential threats. It highlighted the need for improved coordination and information sharing among different agencies to prevent similar incidents in the future.