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20-Year-Old Attempted Assassin Had Major Depression Disorder

A picture and its story: The Slovak assassination attempt photo that nearly got away

During a phone briefing with House lawmakers, Secret Service and FBI officials revealed that the 20-year-old who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump had been diagnosed with a major depression disorder. The Secret Service Director acknowledged that there were mistakes and failures on their part in handling the situation.

FBI Deputy Director informed lawmakers that no political or ideological information was found about the suspect at the shooter's home. FBI Director Christopher Wray assured that the FBI has conducted over 200 interviews so far and is committed to leaving no stone unturned in the investigation.

The incident has raised concerns about mental health issues and security protocols surrounding such events. It serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing mental health challenges and ensuring the safety of public figures.

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