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Local SWAT Team Reveals Lack of Communication with Secret Service Before Trump Rally Assassination Attempt
The local SWAT team at former President Donald Trump's July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, revealed they had no communication or security briefing with the Secret Service before the assassination attempt, leading to criticism of the agency's protocols.
COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES 09.26.2022 Photo by Staff Sgt. Alysia Blake 1st Combat Camera Squadron
A shocking revelation has emerged regarding the security measures in place during former President Donald Trump's July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where an assassination attempt occurred. The local SWAT team has come forward, stating that they did not receive a security briefing or have any communication with the Secret Service prior to the incident.
According to Jason Woods, a SWAT Team Officer, his team was told they would receive a "face-to-face briefing" with Secret Service snipers upon their arrival, but this never occurred. Woods expressed concerns when this briefing did not take place, and communication with the Secret Service only happened after the shooting.
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The Beaver County SWAT team, speaking publicly for the first time since the incident, highlighted the lack of coordination and communication with the Secret Service. Assistant team leader Mike Priolo described the event as a tragedy that will stay with them.
The Secret Service has faced criticism following the SWAT team's testimony. A spokesman, Anthony Guglielmi, stated that the agency is committed to understanding what happened and ensuring it never happens again, including cooperating with investigations.
The incident resulted in injuries to former President Trump, the death of a retired fire chief, and severe injuries to two rally attendees. The local SWAT team's account has raised further questions about the Secret Service's protocols and communication during the event.
