Pre-Rally Surveillance
The gunman who shot at Donald Trump during a rally last week reportedly flew a drone over the grounds just hours before the former president's speech. Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, operated the drone on a pre-programmed flight path to survey the grounds ahead of Trump's speech in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Assassination Attempt
Crooks later fired at least six shots towards the former president, grazing him but hitting and killing a rally-goer and injuring two others. Law enforcement officials swiftly neutralized the shooter within 26 seconds of the first shot.
Motives and Investigations
Authorities have not found significant information about Crooks' motives, despite searches on Trump, Biden, and other topics. The shooter was a registered Republican and former Trump supporter, adding confusion to the case.
Security Measures and Response
The Secret Service faced limitations under Pennsylvania law due to the state's open-carry policy. Despite being aware of Crooks on the rooftop before the shooting, agents were not authorized to open fire until he posed a clear threat.
Response and Accountability
The aftermath of the shooting led to multiple investigations into Crooks and the Secret Service's handling of the crisis. Kimberly Cheatle, the director of the Secret Service, has been subpoenaed to testify before Congress regarding the security measures and failures from that day.
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