Donald Trump’s meltdown on his social media platforms continues as he now claims Kamala Harris failed to protect him and led to his shooting.
Trump posted on Truth Social, “The Biden/Harris administration did not properly protect me and I was forced to take a bullet for democracy. I am very honored to be able to do so!”
What an honor it is to be shot, why does Trump complain?
No one would be honored by being shot, so Trump’s claims are nonsense.
Donald Trump is lying. The Secret Service and President Biden confirmed that the former president’s security had not been stripped and that he was provided with maximum security.
The Trump campaign’s choice of a large fairground surrounded by buildings and private property as the venue for the rally created some security concerns. Outdoor venues present a safety challenge. Note that his rally in Michigan last weekend was held indoors.
The Secret Service had its largest presence at the Butler rally but had to rely on state and local police to protect the perimeter security perimeter. When local police told the Secret Service they didn’t have enough manpower to cover the entire outer ring, the Secret Service failed to adjust accordingly, leading to the collapse.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris had nothing to do with Trump’s shooting. The former president demonstrated his desperation by trying to use the assassination attempt against his election rival for political gain.
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