A Pennsylvania congressman, Rep. Mike Kelly, who was present during the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, has been appointed to lead a House task force. The task force's primary objective is to investigate the incident thoroughly and propose solutions to prevent such attacks in the future.
The attack took place in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Rep. Kelly represents. He initiated the legislation to establish the task force, emphasizing the importance of providing answers to the community and the nation in the wake of the tragic event.
The bipartisan task force, consisting of seven Republicans and six Democrats, will be responsible for issuing a final report by December 13. The House has granted the panel the authority to issue subpoenas to aid in its investigation.
The members of the task force bring diverse backgrounds in law enforcement, legal affairs, and the military. The group will oversee all ongoing House committee investigations related to the Trump assassination attempt, streamlining the process.
Republican members of the task force include Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee, Rep. David Joyce of Ohio, Rep. Laurel Lee of Florida, Rep. Michael Waltz of Florida, Rep. Clay Higgins of Louisiana, and Rep. Pat Fallon of Texas. On the Democratic side, Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado will lead the committee, supported by Rep. Lou Correa of California, Rep. Madeleine Dean of Pennsylvania, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania, Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland, and Rep. Jared Moskowitz of Florida.
The task force is composed of individuals with extensive experience in various fields, ensuring a comprehensive and efficient investigation process. Their goal is to uncover the facts, ensure accountability, and implement measures to prevent similar security breaches in the future.
