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world6 months ago

Six Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Trump Assassination Attempt

Six Secret Service agents were suspended for misconduct related to the July 2024 attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, which resulted in a shooting that left a firefighter dead and Trump injured. The incident exposed significant security lapses, leading to an internal review and the resignation of the Secret Service director. The suspensions ranged from 10 to 42 days, and the event prompted enhanced security measures for Trump.

politics1 year ago

"Republican Urges Lawmakers to Act After Capture of Suspect in Triple Pennsylvania Murders"

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., emphasized the urgent need to address mental health issues in the wake of a shooting in Falls Township, Pennsylvania, where a lone gunman killed three people before being apprehended in New Jersey. Fitzpatrick highlighted the interconnected issues of mental health crisis, increased social media usage, and drug use contributing to violent crime sprees, urging lawmakers to prioritize mental health like physical health. The suspected shooter, Andre Gordon, was taken into custody after a manhunt, and Fitzpatrick commended the law enforcement's swift response while calling for prayers for the victims and impacted individuals.